Category: Divorce

There is a real difference between an uncontested and contested divorce. Generally, uncontested divorce follows a different procedural path than contested divorce does. It is important to realize, however, that what started as an uncontested divorce can become contested. Also, a contested divorce could become uncontested. We understand how...

If you are going through a divorce, you probably heard that you and your spouse must split up assets acquired during your marriage. This includes real estate, bank accounts, cars, and other property. However, there are some things we don’t think of as our assets because perhaps we do not have access...

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...

People who find themselves needing to get divorced might seek a way to keep this unpleasant process as civilized as possible. Particularly if they have children to raise, people going through a divorce might want to find a way to separate their lives without hating each other. Collaborative divorce can provide a...

Things change after divorce, and sometimes the original terms of a divorce decree are no longer practical or appropriate. As children get older and the parents move on with their lives, you might want to file for a modification of the divorce judgment or parenting plan. North Carolina...

The family home is usually one of the largest assets that most people own. When two people get divorced, they need to distribute their assets and debts among themselves. If they cannot reach an agreement, a judge will have to make that decision. North Carolina family law attorneys...

The general rule is that you should file for divorce in the county where either you or your spouse currently live. There are, however, many situations in which people have questions, despite that seemingly simple rule. North Carolina family law attorneys can talk with you about your situation...

If you have a minor child at the time of your divorce, you might be subject to a child custody order for ten years or longer until your child reaches majority. The child custody order might place restrictions on your ability to relocate with the child. Even if your court papers do...