Coping With Divorce Anxiety Divorce can be difficult, and even those who want to end their marriage can be plagued with stress and anxiety. Coping with the divorce process requires you to go through a variety of emotions. At the same time that you are dealing with a tremendously personal…
Gray Divorce on the Rise The number of people getting divorced later in life is on the rise. According to a recent article published by the Institute for Family Studies, the number of divorces of those over the age of 65 is going up while the overall divorce rate is…
Technology in Divorce We use technology every day and in every part of our lives. Technology is constantly changing and improving, with new advances being made all the time. Technology can play a role in your divorce from start to finish, and may either help or hinder your particular situation.…
How Can I Adopt My Stepchild In North Carolina? Stepfamilies are common today, and about 1300 stepfamilies are formed every day in the United States. Approximately 40% of families in the U.S. are blended. A blended family is one that includes at least one child from a previous relationship or…
Sole Child Custody in North Carolina When parents divorce, one of their main concerns is often child custody. Both parents are generally part of their child’s lives going forward, but they need to iron out the details. In many cases, the children will reside primarily with one parent while the…
Nesting: What is it and Should We Do it? When couples divorce, it can take a toll on everyone in the family, especially the children. Parents want to do everything they can to make divorce easier and less stressful for their kids. One option to consider is nesting. Nesting is…
What to Include in a Parenting Plan in North Carolina When parents divorce, they have an obligation to continue to provide for their children’s needs and spend time with their children. A parenting plan is the ideal option to provide both parents with the framework for how to parent together…
Is Your Divorce High Conflict or Low Conflict? Going through a divorce can be one of the most stressful situations in your life. Even though a divorce may be considered “no-fault”, it still may have some challenges. Divorce almost always has some degree of conflict and may be classified as…
What is Silent Divorce? Marriage always has its ups and downs. As couples navigate their lives together, they often come across some rough patches. Many times, partners are able to work through their differences and get their marriage back on track. Other times, the relationship continues to degrade and spiral…
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…