Sole Custody: Pros and Cons
When speaking about sole custody and joint custody, it’s important to distinguish if it’s legal custody or physical that you are referring to. Legal custody is the right of a parent to make legal decisions…
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Engaging a Divorce Attorney
Engaging a divorce attorney should be the very first step you take when you and your spouse decide to end your marriage. A divorce attorney can protect you financially and can ensure that you get…
Legal Guardian Considerations
If you are making a Will, there are many legal guardian considerations to think about. Aside from designating how your assets will handled, deciding a legal guardian for your children is a big part of…
Navigating Disagreements with Your Spouse
Navigating disagreements with your spouse is a skill that will serve you well in your marriage, and in life. No relationship is without conflict. There are bound to be issues that you and your spouse…
Marriage with Young Children
Marriage with young children might look very different than your marriage before kids came along. Children require around-the-clock attention and their demands can be exhausting for parents. It can be difficult to find the time…
Separation Before Divorce in North Carolina
In North Carolina, before you file for divorce, you must go through a period of separation for at least one year. This means that a couple cannot simply decide to get a divorce, and then…
Alienation of Affection
North Carolina is one of the few states that recognizes alienation of affection as a civil issue. This recognition means that in our state, a person can sue a third party if they believe that…
Is a Divorce Party Right for You?
If you’ve finally settled a long and stressful divorce, you might want to throw a divorce party. Plenty of people do, but it’s not necessarily the right move for everybody. Celebrating that you’re over with…
How to Avoid Going to Court During a Divorce
Not every couple winds up going to court during a divorce, so don’t assume that’s necessarily where you’ll end up if you and your ex are just beginning the process. Many couples are able to…