Family Law And Criminal Defense Attorneys
At Jarrin & Stanifer, PLLC, our attorneys offer trusted legal guidance for life’s challenges. Elisa Jarrin, our legal mediator, provides empathetic support in family law matters for clients in Hendersonville, Asheville and throughout Henderson, Buncombe, Polk and Transylvania counties. Neal Stanifer offers vigorous defense to protect our clients’ rights against criminal charges throughout western North Carolina and Tennessee.
A Law Firm Serving Clients In Henderson, Buncombe, Polk And Transylvania Counties And Throughout North Carolina And Tennessee
Practice Areas
For Family Transitions
Attorney Elisa Jarrin is a certified family financial mediator, parenting coordinator and collaborative law practitioner dedicated to resolving family law matters peacefully. She focuses on collaboration and open communication to help clients reach mutually beneficial agreements regarding property division, spousal support and child custody.
Committed to children’s well-being, Elisa creates personalized parenting plans that prioritize their needs. Understanding the emotional toll of divorce and custody disputes, she offers supportive guidance and seeks creative solutions tailored to each family’s unique situation.
By utilizing mediation and collaborative resolution, Elisa provides our clients with a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation, leading to faster resolutions and reduced stress.

Elisa Jarrin
Attorney

Neal Stanifer
Attorney
For High-Stakes Charges
Our criminal defense attorney is ready to fight for you. Neal Stanifer guides clients through a range of charges, from DWIs and misdemeanors to serious felonies like drug offenses and assault. From the first consultation, Neal ensures our clients understand their legal rights and options. He conducts detailed investigations and collects critical evidence by reviewing police reports, interviewing witnesses and obtaining medical records.
Neal’s extensive trial experience allows him to provide strong representation throughout western North Carolina and Tennessee. As an assertive defense lawyer, he strives for favorable plea bargains while prioritizing our clients’ best interests. He aims to reduce sentences or, when possible, achieve dismissals. His knowledge of evidence rules and criminal procedure provides a courtroom advantage. Neal and our staff strive to provide a calming atmosphere in which to discuss urgent legal issues.
Who Know The System
Our lawyers at Jarrin & Stanifer, PLLC, are deeply rooted in the Hendersonville area, allowing them to provide clients with clear, practical advice and well-considered strategies to safeguard their interests. They focus on legal issues that directly and significantly impact our community. As local Hendersonville attorneys, they are committed to serving individuals and families in Asheville, Henderson and throughout Buncombe, Polk and Transylvania counties. For criminal defense practice, Neal Stanifer also assists clients throughout western North Carolina and Tennessee.
Se Habla Español
As a native Spanish speaker, Elisa is uniquely positioned to represent Spanish-speaking families, understanding family dynamics and cultural differences. Neal is licensed in Tennessee and regularly appears in court in Johnson City and other adjacent jurisdictions.

