What are the 3 Cs of Divorce? Every year, more than half a million divorces occur in the United States. While you begin your marriage believing it will last forever, that is not always the case. Divorce is one of the most stressful events you will experience in your life.…
Avoid These Five Separation Mistakes When you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, the first step in North Carolina is to separate. You must live apart from each other for a year before you can get a divorce. You do not need to have a legal separation,…
Make the Most of Your Divorce Consultation: Questions to Ask Your Attorney The decision to separate and divorce can be fraught with questions and concerns. This is often one of the most stressful times in your life, yet you need to understand the process and what to expect as you…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…