Atty. Patrick S. McCroskey

Atty. Patrick S. McCroskey

Patrick McCroskey is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law and an American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Fellow. He limits his family law practice to complex matters surrounding separation and divorce.

Asheville Asheville 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick S. McCroskey at a glance

Patrick S. McCroskey is a Managing Partner based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at GHMA | LAW (formerly Gum, Hillier, McCroskey & Amburgey). They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1995). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1995) and Duke University (B.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina State Bar, Member since 1995North Carolina Bar Association (Member: Family Law Section Family Law Council), Member since 1995. Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick McCroskey is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law and an American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Fellow
  • He limits his family law practice to complex matters surrounding separation and divorce
  • As a Certified Family Financial Mediator, Patrick provides services to other family law attorneys and their clients through mediation, and to the community at large in his capacity as Buncombe County Certified Parenting Coordinator
  • Since 2007, Patrick has been continuously recognized by Best Lawyers in America, and named the Family Law Lawyer of the Year for Asheville in 2015, 2017, and 2020
  • He has been named to North Carolina Super Lawyers master list since 2012, and was listed in their Rising Stars category in 2009 and 2010
  • Patrick has been an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell since 2010 and was included in the Business North Carolina Legal Elite in 2012, and continuously since 2014
  • For most of his career Patrick has dedicated time and effort to the betterment of the legal profession at large through service in legal governance
  • Statewide he is a career long member of the North Carolina Bar Association, its Family Law Section, and has served on the Family Law Council
  • Locally he is a career-long member of the 28th Judicial District Bar and has served on its Executive Committee
  • On both the state and local levels he has served on several committees in multiple capacities
  • He is a frequent speaker and has presented on various family law topics at continuing education seminars for the North Carolina Bar Association
  • A Western North Carolina native, Patrick has served his community through service to the Board of Directors for the Buncombe County Visitation Center, was a Rape Awareness and Prevention Educator, and taught both Youth Martial Arts Jiu-Jitsu and Women’s Self Defense classes
  • He is an outdoorsman and an extreme sports enthusiast

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick S. McCroskey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick S. McCroskey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Child Support

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Asheville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick S. McCroskey

Where is Patrick S. McCroskey's law office located?
Patrick S. McCroskey's law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. The firm is GHMA | LAW (formerly Gum, Hillier, McCroskey & Amburgey). You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick S. McCroskey handle?
Patrick S. McCroskey focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Patrick S. McCroskey practiced law?
Patrick S. McCroskey has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Patrick S. McCroskey go to law school?
Patrick S. McCroskey earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact Patrick S. McCroskey for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick S. McCroskey directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Patrick S. McCroskey received?
Patrick S. McCroskey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1995
B.A. Political
Duke University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1995

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