That depends. Usually, inheritance is a separate asset, not marital, but sometimes an inheritance can start out as marital or become marital property. It is possible, however, for an inheritance to start as and remain separate property that would not have to get shared with your spouse in a divorce.

Hiding marital assets during a divorce action can significantly change the outcome of several issues. If a spouse hides assets, it can impact the amount of child support and spousal support. It also prevents the innocent spouse from receiving their fair share of marital assets. A North Carolina family law attorney...

Going through a divorce is not easy. Divorce can be even more complicated when a family business is involved. Questions such as whether the company is a marital asset or if both spouses have an ownership interest will arise. Consulting with a North Carolina family law attorney is essential to ensure...

Typically, the custody order from the court will control who gets to make medical decisions for a child after divorce. This issue can encompass things like choosing the child’s pediatrician and specialists, consenting to medical treatments from vaccinations to surgery, and taking the child to doctor appointments. A

If you would like to resolve your divorce amicably rather than going through a bitter court battle, you might want to consider using a divorce mediator. Mediation can help people resolve most, if not all, of their contested issues. A North Carolina family law attorney could serve as...