STRATEGY
Divorce can be ugly and tough.
We prepare for successful outcomes.
DILIGENCE
Our team is prepared.
We are resourceful.
FOCUS
Financial distress can affect anyone.
David helps you find your
reset switch.
FOCUS
Financial distress can affect anyone.
David helps you find your reset switch.
DILIGENCE
Our team is prepared.
We are resourceful.
STRATEGY
Divorce can be ugly and tough.
We prepare for successful outcomes.
Critical Solutions for Families through Divorce and Bankruptcy
Gum Hillier McCroskey & Amburgey, P.A. - GHMA | LAW - is an Asheville law firm specializing in complex family law and bankruptcy law matters. The firm's attorneys are Board Certified Specialists in family law and bankruptcy law. We are committed to excellence, dedicated to our clients, the community, and to the legal profession. You deserve quality, experienced legal representation. That is exactly what we provide. We've been doing it since 1979.
We help individuals and families in Western North Carolina create lasting resolutions to conflict and crisis. Our partners are board certified North Carolina Legal Specialists in family law and bankruptcy law. You deserve quality, experienced representation. Our commitment to excellence is exemplified in our dedication to our clients, our community and through service to the legal profession. We are an AV Preeminent Rated Law Firm by Martindale-Hubbell, and have been listed in the US News/Best Lawyers Best Law Firms list for several years.

BANKRUPTCY
Bankruptcy & Debt Relief
The bankruptcy section of this web site features an online bankruptcy evaluation component. Completing this bankruptcy questionnaire will help you organize your financial documentation. It also allows our board certified specialist to evaluate the appropriateness of bankruptcy for your unique circumstance. The online bankruptcy questionnaire is a convenient way to begin.
We represent consumers and businesses in Asheville and Western North Carolina. Our services include:
- Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy
- Creditor Representation
- Asset Protection Planning
You will learn about
Family Law & Divorce
We are experienced Asheville divorce lawyers and certified specialists by the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization. Our family law practice includes representation in matters involving:
- complex divorce and high net worth divorce
- spousal support and alimony
- equitable distribution
- marital settlement agreements
- child custody and child support
- modifications and enforcement actions
- prenuptial agreements
- adoptions, and
- domestic violence
DIVORCE
Bankruptcy & Debt Relief
The bankruptcy section of this web site features an online bankruptcy evaluation component. Completing this bankruptcy questionnaire will help you organize your financial documentation. It also allows our board certified specialist to evaluate the appropriateness of bankruptcy for your unique circumstance. The online bankruptcy questionnaire is a convenient way to begin.
We represent consumers and businesses in Asheville and Western North Carolina. Our services include:
- Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Consumer Bankruptcy
- Creditor Representation
- Asset Protection Planning
You will learn about
Family Law & Divorce
We are experienced Asheville divorce lawyers and certified specialists by the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization. Our family law practice includes representation in matters involving:
- complex divorce and high net worth divorce
- spousal support and alimony
- equitable distribution
- marital settlement agreements
- child custody and child support
- modifications and enforcement actions
- prenuptial agreements
- adoptions, and
- domestic violence

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OUR LAWYERS

David R. Hillier
Board Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law
Certified Financial Mediator

Patrick S. McCroskey
Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
AAML Fellow

Janet H. Amburgey
Board Certified Specialist in Family Law

Elise Putnam
Divorce & Family Law Attorney