Child Custody Case: Tips for Success Child custody is often one of the most significant disputes that takes place during or following divorce. North Carolina courts typically presume that both parents are equally able to care for their children and may allow joint or shared legal and physical custody. Shared…
Relocating With Your Child After Divorce Moving to a new state is something that may be an opportunity after divorce. It is estimated that every year about 8 million people relocate to a different state. If you are a parent, you need to know the process for seeking relocation with…
Divorce From Bed and Board: What You Need to Know When you get married, you do not expect it to end in divorce. Unfortunately, sometimes things happen, and you need to end your union. In North Carolina, there are two types of divorce: absolute divorce and divorce from bed and…
Should I Be the First Spouse to File for Divorce? The decision to divorce isn’t always an easy one. Couples often take time to try to resolve their differences before they choose to end their marriage. North Carolina has “no-fault” divorce. This means that the couple has irreconcilable differences and…
How to Respond After Your Spouse Files for Divorce in North Carolina You just found out that your spouse is filing for divorce in North Carolina. How do you respond? For some spouses, this news comes completely out of the blue. Others might have seen this coming. Whatever the case…
Divorce Requests Spike After the Holidays January is sometimes called “divorce month” because of a spike in divorce requests. Many people may put their relationship issues on hold during the busy holiday season and decide to move forward with a divorce after December. The busy family time during the holidays…
What is No-Fault Divorce in North Carolina? The decision to end your marriage is often a difficult one. It is a choice that likely comes with a great deal of emotional pain. When you know that your marriage is over, you will need to take steps to dissolve the union.…
Tips and Tools for Better Co-Parenting After Divorce When parents divorce, it causes inevitable changes to the family dynamic. Parents need to learn how to work together to provide the best parenting they can for their children, both during the separation period and after the divorce is final. Parents must…
What is a Contested Divorce? The decision to end your marriage can be one of the most difficult things in your life. When you feel that your marriage is no longer viable and you can’t continue the relationship, it may be time to move on. Once you decide to divorce,…
Who Gets the Kids on Christmas Morning? The holidays are supposed to be magical, especially for kids. However, for separated or divorced parents in North Carolina, Christmas can bring unexpected stress, confusion, and conflict. Most custody orders don’t spell out every holiday detail, and when December arrives, parents often find…