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Facing a divorce is difficult, and the thought of parting with your cherished belongings can add another layer of stress. The distribution of assets is a significant aspect of the divorce process in North Carolina. However, the fate of your possessions is not always...
Divorce proceedings entail multiple considerations, among them questions of child custody and support. If doubts about a child's paternity arise during this process, they can significantly affect the outcome. But is challenging paternity the right step to take in a...
Naturally, divorce puts a lot of stress on the family, especially if you have children. Amongst all the decisions you must make during a divorce, one of the most critical decisions includes where your children will live. Nowadays, birdnesting has become a popular...
During a divorce, it is common for parents to have difficulty getting along with one another. It can be even more challenging to reconcile in high-conflict divorces, even with your children in mind. If you cannot reconcile or have a combative relationship, it may be...
Creating a workable child custody arrangement takes time and could require several drafts. Once finalized, it will still take time to adjust to shared parenting and establish boundaries. As your life progresses, there could be circumstances that interfere with your...
Divorce has its way of diminishing your self-esteem and leaving you feeling broken and hopeless. You might feel concerned about the uncertainty of your finances, career and relationships. Without adequate support, you could spiral into severe mental and emotional...
After working hard to grow your 401(k) or IRA, you might understandably assume that the account is yours alone and that your spouse has no right to any of it when you divorce. In North Carolina, this is untrue. Even if yours is the only name on the account, the law...
When you have a child with someone in North Carolina outside of marriage, you need to establish paternity if you want certain things to take place. Establishing paternity gives you a chance to either seek child support from your child’s other parent or pursue custody...
When you have a child custody order in place in North Carolina, you typically need to stick to the terms of the order unless one of you asks for, and receives, approval to modify the order. Yet, in some cases, such as when your child’s health or safety may be at risk,...
For many prior generations, prenuptial agreements had a bad reputation. In recent years, more couples than ever have come to appreciate the benefits of these documents. When you start planning your wedding, you should talk with your partner about drafting a prenuptial...