How We Help

Legal guidance for life’s most important decisions.

From family transitions and future planning to criminal charges and complex civil disputes, Adkins & Purkey offers focused representation with a straightforward plan.

Family Law

Divorce, custody, support, property division, alimony, domestic violence, and modifications.

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Estate Planning

Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health-care directives, probate, and legacy planning.

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Civil Litigation

Contract, business, property, employment, and other high-stakes civil disputes.

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Criminal Defense

Criminal allegations, DWI, traffic citations, and related license consequences.

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Real Estate Closings

Buyer and seller closings, title review, deed preparation, lender coordination, recording, and title concerns.

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Family Law

Protect what matters most.

Family cases involve more than pleadings and hearings. They affect children, homes, finances, and the shape of life after separation. We help clients identify priorities, prepare evidence, and pursue workable orders and agreements.

• Child Custody
• Divorce & Separation
• Child Support
• Property Division
• Alimony
• Domestic Violence

Estate Planning

Plan today. Protect tomorrow.

A coordinated estate plan gives trusted people authority to act and gives your family clear instructions. We build practical plans around property, family structure, incapacity concerns, and long-term goals.

• Wills
• Trusts
• Powers of Attorney
• Health-Care Directives
• Probate Guidance
• Legacy Planning

Civil Litigation

When the stakes are high, strategy matters.

Civil disputes require disciplined fact development, realistic evaluation, and a clear theory of relief. We help clients preserve evidence, assess leverage, negotiate intelligently, and prepare for court when litigation is necessary.

• Contract Disputes
• Business Claims
• Employment Matters
• Property Disputes
• Demand & Negotiation
• Trial Preparation

Criminal, DWI & Traffic Defense

Protect your rights. Protect your future.

An arrest, investigation, DWI, or traffic charge can affect employment, driving privileges, reputation, and liberty. Early preparation matters. We review the evidence, identify defenses, explain risk, and build a focused strategy.

• Criminal Charges
• DWI Defense
• Traffic Citations
• License Consequences
• Investigations
• Courtroom Advocacy

Real Estate Closings

From contract to recording, close with confidence.

Adkins & Purkey helps buyers, sellers, lenders, and property owners navigate real estate closings in Locust, Albemarle, and throughout Stanly County. We coordinate the documents and details needed for an efficient North Carolina closing.

• Buyer & Seller Closings
• Title Review
• Deed Preparation
• Lender Coordination
• Recording
• Title Concerns

Meet the Firm

Experienced advocates. Approachable counsel.

Two attorneys with different professional backgrounds and one shared commitment: prepared, practical representation built around the client.

Christopher Adkins

Client-centered representation informed by courtroom experience, public service, military leadership, and a commitment to practical solutions.

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Christerfer Purkey

A seasoned trial attorney providing clear guidance and prepared advocacy in family, criminal, civil, and estate matters.

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Why Adkins & Purkey

A different kind of law firm.

Professional without being distant. Strategic without losing sight of the people and businesses affected by the outcome.

Clear Direction

We explain the process, identify the pressure points, and give you a practical path forward.

Prepared Advocacy

Every negotiation and hearing benefits from organized evidence, disciplined analysis, and a plan.

Personal Attention

Your goals, risks, resources, and family or business realities shape the strategy.