Some NC Do-it-Yourself Divorces Might be Invalid
- posted: Jun. 18, 2024
Divorce can be a difficult experience, but there is consolation in knowing that once the legal process is concluded, you receive an order dissolving your marriage so you can move Read More
Who Gets the Family Home After a Divorce?
- posted: Sep. 15, 2022
For many married couples, the most expensive asset they own is their home. When the couple divorces, the home is marital property and is subject to equitable distribution by the Read More
How Child Custody Terms Affect Child Support Obligations
- posted: Aug. 15, 2022
In North Carolina, child support and child custody are closely linked. After a divorce, both parents have a continued obligation to provide for their children. Although support payments are made Read More
Steps to Take When Preparing for Divorce
- posted: Jul. 15, 2022
The end of a marriage often means major life changes for the spouses and their children. A divorce proceeding can be overwhelming, as it typically involves resolution of such matters Read More
Can You Legally Separate Instead of Divorce in North Carolina?
- posted: Jun. 15, 2022
When a marriage begins to fall apart, divorce is often seen as the only option. However, there are a myriad of circumstances that may make obtaining a legal separation more Read More
Is Marital Fault a Factor When Making Decisions on Property Division?
- posted: May 15, 2022
In divorce cases, one of the court’s responsibilities is to divide up the couple’s marital assets. This includes all types of property such as cash, securities, retirement funds, real estate, Read More
How Long Do Alimony Payments Last?
- posted: Apr. 15, 2022
Alimony, also known as spousal support or post-divorce support, is a payment or series of payments made from one former spouse to the other. The purpose of alimony is to Read More
Using Wage Garnishment to Collect Child Support
- posted: Mar. 15, 2022
After a divorce or separation, both parents have a continuing obligation to financially support their children, regardless of where the child resides and who has physical custody. Child support is Read More
Can You Receive More than Half the Assets in a North Carolina Divorce?
- posted: Feb. 15, 2022
A potentially contentious issue in a divorce is how the couple’s marital assets — that is, property acquired during the marriage — will be divided. North Carolina follows the equitable Read More
When Will a Court Consider a Child's Preference in Deciding on Custody and Visitation?
- posted: Jan. 15, 2022
Divorce can be emotionally harmful to the children involved. In recognition of the fact that children benefit from family stability, North Carolina courts generally favor preserving a child’s continued relationship Read More
