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SODOMA LAW

Where Family is at the Heart of Everything We Do

WHEN IT MATTERS MOST,
HIRE THE BEST

At Sodoma Law, we understand that every legal challenge is personal—especially when it involves your family or future. That’s why we place compassion, creativity, and tenacity at the core of everything we do. With offices across North and South Carolina, our dedicated team is here to provide expert guidance, fearless advocacy, and the reassurance you need during life’s most critical moments.

When you work with Sodoma Law, you’re not just hiring a law firm—you’re gaining a trusted partner who will stand by your side, fighting for what matters most.

CLIENT STORIES

I chose Sodoma Law after doing quite a bit of research online. I couldn’t chance losing my children in my custody case, so I needed excellence. Penelope Hefner @Sodoma gave me exactly what I needed. During trial, she reminded me of a lawyer you see during a courtroom drama on TV. She destroyed the opposition and I won my kids. I’ll forever be grateful.

Tony Stevanovich Google Review, July 2014

Sodoma Law is my go-to firm for referrals for my clients. They are skilled, compassionate, smart, and have a keen sense of justice in every sense of the word.

Denise Elsner Ford Facebook Review, December 2013

My twin sister passed away in May of 2013. She was a single mother of three. Her death was a complete shock, and I agreed to let my nieces and nephew go on vacation with my cousin, her husband, and their two children while I made arrangements. My cousin, her husband, and their attorney filed a false complaint with the North Carolina court stating that the children were abandoned, leaving no one to care for them. Consequently, they were awarded temporary custody. Robin was the fourth lawyer I hired. Our case was extremely difficult, although it should not have been. We were fighting an uphill battle from the beginning. I had been an active, loving part of my niece’s and nephew’s lives since they were born, yet I was about to loose custody to my cousin – a person who hadn’t met the children until their mother’s funeral. Robin is smart, patient, and professional. She is also kind, which helped tremendously during an awful time. She outwitted my cousin’s Harvard attorney, and I was awarded sole permanent custody of my nieces and nephew. I am forever grateful.

Ali Kalenak Google Review, July 2014

I met Nicole two years ago as I was going through my separation and eventual divorce. I do not think I would have survived the roller coaster ride of this process without Nicole and her rock star team by my side. They were there for me every step of the way for over a year. Nicole always made time for me and helped me to keep the costs down as much as we possibly could – it did require me to be organized and willing to dig in but I appreciated the support and direction from which I was able to run with to help get some of the research done on my own. One year ago today the Judge signed the separation consent papers that Nicole helped to draft that allowed me to move home to Georgia. Since then we have moved into a new house, made amazing new friends, found a home in a church family, we begun a new beginning so to speak. There is light at the end of the tunnel and Nicole’s Team is the best at what they do – to them you are more than just another client. Today I consider them friends and blessings in my life.

Shanna Batten Google Review, July 2014

After being with another attorney with little progress, I was fortunate to find Penelope Hefner and the whole staff at Sodoma. Penny is like a fine surgeon who went in and got the job done skillfully and artfully. She followed up relentlessly which was essential to moving it along. She treated the other party assertively yet very professionally. She was empathetic and provided legal and common sense guidance. The process of paying for services was transparent throughout and Donna was helpful. She and her staff have my full confidence. I have highly recommended Penny to friends and will continue to do so. Working with Sodoma was truly one of the best service experiences I have ever had. There was heart, passion, intelligence, and persistence. Thank you so much!

Susan Klemm Google Review, January 2016

Penelope Hefner, as my family attorney, did an excellent job throughout a long process in regards to divorce, child custody, and child support. She was always willing to listen, and more importantly, she was always honest with me about what was reasonable and not reasonable for what I wanted. Nobody ever comes to a family attorney as a happy person (and I was no different) – but it helps to have an attorney who you can trust to handle the legal aspects of your situation, while you rebuild your life for the better.

Andres Lopez Google Review, October 2014

Awesome staff! Organized, friendly, efficient! Would recommend them to those in need of excellent, professional representation.

Mary Agnello Facebook Review, April 2017

Penny was great! I loved how clear, consistent and transparent the entire process was. She represented me only for a custody related deposition but worked well with the other lawyers and gave excellent advice to my husband and I. She helped us feel confident and secure in our decision-making by not sparing any detail, and by fully explaining all our options. All fees were meticulously explained and no expense was wasted. If I ever need legal services again, I know I can trust Sodoma Law to have my best interests at heart.

Angie Lee Google Review, January 2017

Nicole Sodoma and her staff were a tremendous help to me in a very dark time. They didn’t throw a pity party for me or make empty promises. They were always straight forward and reminded me that I needed to keep my focus on my kids and though it was hard to believe at the time, they assured me that this too shall pass. Not sure where I would be without her steady guidance and sound advice.

Renee Sides Facebook Review, April 2017

This is an extremely professional and talented group of lawyers who care deeply about their employees, their community, and, most importantly, families. I highly recommend them!

Ginger Theis Daly Facebook Review, April 2017

Discover how we’ve made a difference for families, individuals, and business owners just like you.

OUR LOCATIONS

With offices across North and South Carolina, help is always close by

Find the location that works best for you.

PLEASE DONT SAY YOU'RE SORRY

BY NICOLE SODOMA

Discover an empowering perspective on love, loss, and starting over from one of the country’s most respected divorce attorneys. In Please Don’t Say You’re Sorry, Nicole Sodoma shares heartfelt stories, professional wisdom, and personal revelations that help redefine what it means to walk away with grace and strength. Whether you’re navigating a breakup or supporting someone who is, this book offers practical tools, raw honesty, and the reminder that moving forward doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re brave.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP

You don’t have to face legal challenges alone. At Sodoma Law, we’re here to provide the support, expertise, and confidence you need to move forward. Our team becomes part of your family, standing beside you every step of the way—so you can focus on what matters most.

Where Family is at the Heart of Everything We Do

Our experienced attorneys and staff will work with you to create the resolution that is right for you, your home and your family. Sodoma Law is a family-focused and family-driven firm. You will feel this from the moment you walk in our door. Whether you need a divorce lawyer for a high-conflict divorce, you want to create a family through surrogacy or adoption, or you have a question about your estate plan, our attorneys can help. Though our foundation is family law, we understand that life’s events are connected and thus our multi-disciplinary approach is to support you – our client.

If you’re working with our Family Law Practice Group, it is likely you are about to experience a life change and will likely have questions about your existing estate plan. Ask us. We know that separation and divorce can be incredibly emotional situations. When you are focused on the important issues of alimony, equitable distribution, child custody and child support, the fact that you may or may not have an estate plan that also needs updating is likely the furthest thing from your mind. But, Sodoma Law’s Family Law Practice Group is aware of the traps and gaps that may exist if your estate plan is not updated or revisited during a separation or after a divorce.

If you have named your soon-to-be ex-spouse as your durable power of attorney, healthcare agent, executor or trustee, he or she may have broader powers than you would want. Depending on the nature of the circumstances, at best, it would be less than ideal and at worst it could be a disaster.

Today, Sodoma Law currently has over 110 attorneys and legal professionals across six offices and two states, with North Carolina offices in Charlotte, BelmontCornelius, and Monroe, and coming soon to Raleigh, and South Carolina offices in Rock Hill and Greenville.

FAQS

HOW MUCH DOES DIVORCE COST?
In North Carolina, the filing fee for an absolute divorce is $225.00. A lawsuit making a claim for an Absolute Divorce (and possible resuming a person’s maiden name) is based on the lawyer’s hourly rate unless otherwise advised by Sodoma Law.
HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO PAY CHILD SUPPORT?
In general, both parties have a duty to support their child until the child reaches the age of 18 or graduates from high school, whichever event occurs last. However, if the minor child is over 18 and continues to attend secondary school, parties are obligated to provide child support up to the age of 20.
DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY ALIMONY IF I LOSE MY JOB?
When you no longer live under the same roof as your spouse, you are separated. “Legally” separated typically means you have an agreement evidencing your separation, or a Court has ruled that you are “legally” separated. However, you can be separated without a document in place. If you have been separated for more than one year, regardless of whether your separation is “legal,” you may be entitled to a divorce judgment.
HOW CAN I KEEP MY FEES TO A MINIMUM?
Sodoma Law, P.C. offers many suggestions to clients as to how to keep attorney fees low. Among other things, we ask that our clients come as prepared as possible to meetings so that each meeting is productive and effective. We ask our clients to assist us in keeping their files organized so as to lower administrative costs related to hearing and/or settlement preparations. We often work with clients to prepare “to do” lists so as to further reduce their legal fees.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DIE WITHOUT A WILL?
If you don’t have an estate plan, the legislature has a default plan for you. The default statutory rules are rarely what anyone would choose and can create unfair results and discord among your family. Here are just a few examples: Imagine you die without a will and are survived by… read more about estate planning.

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