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North Carolina
Did you or your ex move to another state with your children?
You can file for divorce in a state other than the state in which you are married, as long as you meet residency requirements. If you do not meet the residency requirements for the state in which you are attempting to file for divorce, your divorce complaint can be rejected.
UCCJEA
The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA codified in Chapter 50A of the North Carolina General Statues) controls the issue of child custody jurisdiction. Under the UCCJEA, a state which has jurisdiction (often the “home state” of the child defined as the state where the child has lived for the past six months) at the time of the entry of a court order on child custody retains exclusive continuing jurisdiction for so long as one parent or a child continues to reside in the state. Once everyone leaves the state, North Carolina loses jurisdiction. However, even when North Carolina has continuing exclusive jurisdiction, the state might be an inconvenient forum.
Established In 1956
A PART OF THE COMMUNITY
John G. Plumides, built the firm around the cornerstone of prompt personal service and skilled, aggressive legal representation. John attended The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for undergraduate and law school. He began practicing law in August 1953. From 1953 to 1955, he served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. In 1956, he founded the Plumides Law firm, originally located in the historic Law Building on 730 East Trade Street. The Plumides Law Office, which is now known as Plumides Romano and Johnson P.C.
Gregory John Plumides was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. He graduated from Charlotte Country Day School, attended the University of Georgia, and went on to receive his Juris Doctorate Law Degree from The Cumberland School of Law at Sanford University. The Plumides Law Office, which is now known as Plumides Romano and Johnson P.C., was originally founded by Gregory’s father, John G. Plumides, over 65 years ago. Gregory first began working for the firm at the age of 16.
Michael Romano attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and went on to receive his Juris Doctorate Law Degree from the University of Tulsa College of Law. Upon graduating from Law School, Michael began practicing as an associate at Family Law Associates located in the historic Charlotte National Building, which was originally the First National Bank which opened in 1924. Michael became a managing partner at Family Law Associates 2 years after joining the firm.
Richard practiced as a mental health therapist for 13 years before receiving his Juris Doctorate Law Degree from Rutgers University Law School. After Law school he clerked for the Honorable Raymond T. Hayser of the Superior Court of New Jersey. Following his clerkship, he moved to Charlotte and practiced as an associate with Shapack & Shapack, PA from 2002 to 2008 before deciding to practice as a solo practitioner.
In 2015, Michael Romano and Richard Johnson merged with Plumides Law, which is now known as Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC. Managing partners, Gregory, Michael and Richard have expanded the firms areas of practice, adding partners and associates. They have continued representing individuals and businesses in the areas of family law and divorce, criminal, DUI/DWI, traffic violations and personal injury.
Our firm and attorneys continue the tradition in providing a personal solution in every case and are committed to helping clients get back to a normal life.
CHARLOTTE & SURROUNDING AREAS
For Over 60 Years
Manning Hall – UNC – Chapel Hill School Of Law
John Plumides attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for both undergraduate and Law School. He began practicing law in August 1953.
1948
War Veteran of the Korean War
From 1953-1955, he served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict.
1953
Plumides Law Firm
John Plumides began practicing law in August 1953 and formed the Plumides Law Firm in 1956, located in the historic Law Building which set next the 4th Mecklenburg County Courthouse. The Plumides Law firm is known as Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC today.
1956
John Plumides Started Plumides Law
In 1956, John Plumides founded the Plumides Law Office located in the historic Lawyers Building located on 730 East Trade Street and built in 1927.
1956
President of the American Hellenic Progressive Association
John served as president of the American Hellenic Progressive Association, the largest Greek American Organization in the world. He became the youngest Supreme President in AHEPA history at the age of 36 in 1963. During his time with the AHEPA he worked vigorously on the Cypress conflict having met and worked with Presidents Johnson, Nixon, Carter, Reagan, and Bush.
1963
Harry S. Truman Playing The Piano
In 1964, he was chosen by President Lyndon B. Johnson to fly to Greece on Air Force One along with Lady Bird Johnson, President Harry S. Truman and Archbishop Lakovos to be part of the US delegation personally representing President Lyndon B. Johnson at the funeral of King Paul of Greece. Harry S. Truman, 33rd president from 1945 to 1953.
1964
Lady Bird Johnson with John Plumides
John Plumides with Lady Bird Johnson in Greece. The First Lady Johnson later referred to John as “a successful lawyer, head of AHEPA, hopeful sometime, I think, of going into politics ” in her memoirs, entitled A White House Diary.
1964
John Plumides with President Lyndon B. Johnson
John Plumides meeting President Lyndon B. Johnson, 36th President from 1963 to 1969.
1964
President Jimmy Carter with John Plumides
John was extensively involved with the Democratic National party on local and national levels. He also served as one of President Jimmy Carter’s National campaign manager’s. Jimmy Carter, 39th President from 1977 to 1981
1977
Meeting President Ronald Reagan
John with President Ronald Wilson Reagan, 40th president from 1981 to 1989.
1981
Presenting Ronald Reagan with the award
During his time with the AHEPA he worked vigorously on the Cypress conflict having met and worked with Presidents Johnson, Nixon, Carter, Reagan, and Bush.
1986
1988 Democratic Preliminary
John Plumides with Michael S. Dukakis wife at a Democratic event.
1987
1988 Democratic Presidential Primary
Michael Stanley Dukakis Democratic Presidential candidate with John Plumides at the Democratic convention.
1988
George H. W. Bush, as the 41st President from 1989-1993
1989
Recognized For His Support
President William J. Clinton recognized him John Plumides for his support during both his campaigns and Presidencies.
1993
Distinguished Citizen Award
John received the North Carolina ‘Distinguished Citizen Award’ from then Governor Terry Sanford. James Terry Sanford 65th Governor of North Carolina from 1961–1965 is pictured with John Plumides.
1995
Greg Plumides Joins The Firm
1996
Michael Romano at the Swearing-in Ceremony
Michael Romano graduated from Tulsa School of Law, moved back to Charlotte and began practicing law at Family Law Associates. Richard McClerin is witness to Michael Romano at the swearing-in ceremony by the Mecklenburg Bar Association.
2001
Richard B. Johnson
In 2001 at his firm in Charlotte NC.
2001
Recognized by the North Carolina Bar Association
One of his proudest moments as an attorney occurred in April of 2003 when he was featured by the Mecklenburg County Bar as one of the “Heroes of Our Bar” and in that same year was recognized for 50 years of practice by the North Carolina Bar Association.
2003
Michael Partners with Richard McClerin
Michael becomes partner at Family Law Associates with Richard McClerin and begins the growth of the firm.
2003
John Plumides Passed Away on Sunday, May 15, 2005
Mr. Plumides, age 78, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2005. He youngest son, Gregory practices law in the same office. One of his proudest moments as an attorney occurred in April of 2003 when he was featured by the Mecklenburg County Bar as one of the “Heroes of Our Bar” and in that same year was recognized for 50 years of practice by the North Carolina Bar Association. During his career, he won numerous Court of Appeals cases, which changed both civil and criminal law in North Carolina, including one case that went to the United States Supreme Court.
2005
Michael Becomes The Sole Owner
Michael Romano becomes the sole owner of Family Law Associates located in the historic Charlotte National Building, originally the First National Bank in Charlotte which opened in 1924
2007
Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC Forms
Greg Plumides, Michael Romano and Richard Johnson merged their firms to with The Plumides Law Office, which is now known as Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC in 2015.
2015
Truman Statue Recommissioned
John Plumides recommissioned President Harry S. Truman Statue in 1988. US Ambassador to Greece, Geoffrey Pyatt in 2018
2018
Heart of SouthPark
Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC moves to 2115 Rexford Road, Suite 320 Charlotte NC 28211
2020
Ted” Stephen Shapack passed on Thursday, January 19, 2023.
Ted practiced law in Charlotte for 36 years, 25 as a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law. He joined Plumides, Romano & Johnson, PC in 2020 as Of Counsel. Ted genuinely liked helping clients (and a family) obtain just results. His sharp and witty humor will be missed by all.
2023
1st Mecklenburg County Courthouse built in 1766
The courthouse was on the corner of Trade and Tryon Streets in Charlotte, NC. It was built on ten-foot tall brick pillars. The tradition of raising the courthouse was borrowed from England.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
2nd Mecklenburg Courthouse was built in 1810
The second court house at Trade and Tryon streets allowed the judges bench to have full view of the the whipping post, pillory, and stocks that stood on the street outside the courthouse.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
3rd Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1881
It was a brick structure with four large columns across the front and and elegant, flowing double staircase in the portico rising to the second floor and the first running water facility in Charlotte.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
4th Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1897
The Fourth Mecklenburg County Courthouse a was located on the corner of Trade and Tryon streets. The courthouse was completed after the Civil War at a cost of $50,000.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
The Law Building was built in 1927
The first Plumides Law office opened their doors in 1956 and was located in the Law Building on 730 East Trade street, which was next to the 4th Mecklenburg County Courthouse from 1927 to 1977.
Uptown Architectural History
5th Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1928
The Courthouse was located at 700 East Trade street and cost of 1 million dollars. It served as the United States Post Office and Courthouse. Today it is known as The Charles R. Jonas Federal Building.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
6th Mecklenburg County Courthouse opened in 1989
The Sixth Mecklenburg County Courthouse opened at 800 East Fourth Street and served as the courthouse up to 2007. It now serves at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
There are 35 courtrooms which include the District Criminal Court, the Superior Criminal Courts, Civil Court, Family and Juvenile Court courtrooms of the 26th Judicial District.
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
First Charlotte National Bank began in 1885
Originally Heath Brothers private bank, it became the city’s 4th national bank and moved from the Independence building into its newly completed building at the corner of S. Tryon and Fourth Streets in 1919.
4th Bank in Charlotte
First Charlotte National Bank In Its Final Building
Merges took place with Charlotte Trust Co. and Southern Loan Co. and in 1919 Wachovia Bank & Trust bought them. Michael Romano’s first office, Family Law Associates was in the Charlotte National Bank Building.
4th Bank in Charlotte Continued
1st Mecklenburg County Courthouse built in 1766
The courthouse was on the corner of Trade and Tryon Streets in Charlotte, NC. It was built on ten-foot tall brick pillars. The tradition of raising the courthouse was borrowed from England.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
2nd Mecklenburg Courthouse was built in 1810
The second court house at Trade and Tryon streets allowed the judges bench to have full view of the the whipping post, pillory, and stocks that stood on the street outside the courthouse.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
3rd Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1881
It was a brick structure with four large columns across the front and and elegant, flowing double staircase in the portico rising to the second floor and the first running water facility in Charlotte.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
4th Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1897
The Fourth Mecklenburg County Courthouse a was located on the corner of Trade and Tryon streets. The courthouse was completed after the Civil War at a cost of $50,000.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
The Law Building was built in 1927
The first Plumides Law office opened their doors in 1956 and was located in the Law Building on 730 East Trade street, which was next to the 4th Mecklenburg County Courthouse from 1927 to 1977.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
5th Mecklenburg County Courthouse was built in 1928
The Courthouse was located at 700 East Trade street and cost of 1 million dollars. It served as the United States Post Office and Courthouse. Today it is known as The Charles R. Jonas Federal Building.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
6th Mecklenburg County Courthouse opened in 1989
The Sixth Mecklenburg County Courthouse opened at 800 East Fourth Street and served as the courthouse up to 2007. It now serves at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
Mecklenburg Courthouse History
There are 35 courtrooms which include the District Criminal Court, the Superior Criminal Courts, Civil Court, Family and Juvenile Court courtrooms of the 26th Judicial District.
See the full Robinson Spangler exhibition of The History of Charlotte
First Charlotte National Bank began in 1885
Originally Heath Brothers private bank, it became the city’s 4th national bank and moved from the Independence building into its newly completed building at the corner of S. Tryon and Fourth Streets in 1919.
First Charlotte National Bank In Its Final Building
Merges took place with Charlotte Trust Co. and Southern Loan Co. and in 1919 Wachovia Bank & Trust bought them. Michael Romano’s first office, Family Law Associates was in the Charlotte National Bank Building.
client testimonial
Attorney Clint Davis with the Plumides Law Firm has been a joy to work with throughout our ordeal of trying to get to the bottom of a pending charge from 2017. He has kept us updated during much research regarding this matter and we finally have our answers. Thank you…
- Huskins K.
In one-hour consultation to review my overall case and my Separation Agreement drafted by another attorney, Greg Plumides found three major flaws against me. I learned more in hour with Greg than three months with the other attorney and thousands of dollars wasted. Well, I immediately hired Greg instead -…
- Delacruz J.
Michael and David are the best of the best. They changed the course and outcome of my case after switching from a different attorney. Judges and other attorneys know this team throughout Charlotte and their reputation is well earned. They never missed a detail, always looked out for my best…
- Justin M.
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