The loss of a job, a drastic increase in rent or various other factors may affect people’s finances and cause them to fall behind on their child support payments. However, when ordered by the court, parents must fulfill their financial responsibilities toward their...
Pets are part of the family these days, which makes issues related to pets and divorce so much more difficult. Coming to an agreement with your ex about matters like property division and spousal support is hard enough. When both of you are vying for ownership of a...
Property division is already a complex topic in divorce, but what happens when you try to split up the value of an idea between you and your spouse? Intellectual property refers to the intangible creations of your mind and may include inventions, artistic works or...
When filing for divorce in North Carolina, every person must notify his or her spouse of the action. In most cases, this occurs by delivery service or mail. However, if a person does not know where his or her spouse is or is having trouble locating him or her, then...
With regard to asset division, states may adhere to one of two methods. In a community property state, the law considers all money and valuables acquired during marriage shared wealth owned equally by both spouses. This entitles each to a 50% share of said belongings...
Children deserve the emotional and financial support of both parents, even after they divorce or separate. When parents file for divorce in North Carolina, the non-custodial parent in a divorce is often ordered to pay child support. This helps bridge the financial gap...
Often, the most difficult parts of divorce do not make themselves known until after the divorce itself is over. For example, if you have children and are in a co-parenting situation with your ex-spouse, this can be a very fraught situation. Moving children between two...
When parents in North Carolina divorce, dealing with the aftermath is often a traumatic and difficult experience. In some cases, the transition happens slowly and painstakingly. Other parents may adapt a little better and the transition might be quicker and smooth....
If you are facing a divorce in North Carolina, naturally you have concerns about custody if you share young children with your spouse. Reviewing the state laws about parenting division may alleviate some of your anxiety about this process. These are the key provisions...
Divorce is a major financial transaction. If you don’t adequately represent yourself and your interests, then you could end up on shaking financial footing as you try to reestablish yourself post-marriage dissolution. Therefore, you need to have strong strategy backed...
