Is It Best to File For Divorce First? When you get married, you do not expect the union to end. Unfortunately, sometimes two people don’t get along and cannot make their marriage work. In North Carolina, the law allows for no-fault divorce. One of the important requirements for obtaining a…
What is Conscious Co-Parenting? Divorce can take its toll on all members of the family. Parents often worry that divorce will cause their children irreparable emotional harm. Parents need to be mindful of how they handle the many issues revolving around divorce so they make the process as easy for…
Managing Summer Vacation After Divorce When going through a separation and divorce, you develop new family norms and establish routines. Now, summer is coming and it can bring some challenges. The typical daily life will be different now that school is not in session. Your needs and the needs of…
Separation in North Carolina When couples tie the knot, they do not imagine that their marriage will ever come to an end. Unfortunately, almost half of all marriages will result in divorce. In North Carolina, absolute divorce means that you and your partner legally end your marriage. Couples are required…
Mediation in Divorce in North Carolina Divorce can be difficult for couples, particularly for those who have been married a long time or have accumulated a large number of assets. North Carolina law provides for the equal distribution of assets in divorce. This can often lead to disagreements that aren’t…
Divorce and Bankruptcy Divorce can be complicated even in the best of circumstances, but it can be even more difficult when a couple is experiencing financial difficulties. In some cases, divorce intersects with bankruptcy. One or both parties may feel the need to file for bankruptcy. You may wonder how…
What is the Difference Between Assets and Income? Divorce requires you and your spouse to identify and divide all your property and assets. In North Carolina, the law provides for an equal or equitable distribution of marital property in divorce. Both spouses must provide their financial information that details their…
Tips for Helping Kids Through Separation Separation and divorce can be a time of turmoil and uncertainty, especially for children. It is estimated that about half of all children come from divorced families. As a parent, you want to protect your children from the harm that could be related to…
Who Keeps the Home in a Divorce? The marital home is likely one of the most valuable of all your assets. When couples divorce, they need to come to an agreement about how to divide their property, including the house. It is important to have a good understanding of your…
When Does Child Support End? Child support is money paid by one parent to the other for the needs of their child. In most cases, a child resides primarily with one parent and has visitation with the other. The non-custodial parent is generally required to pay support to cover the…