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5 Biggest Divorce Mistakes

Going through a divorce can be very difficult. Proceedings often feel as if they last ages, leaving you wondering if you will ever be happy or hopeful again. While you understandably want it to end as quickly as possible, it’s crucial that you avoid making major divorce mistakes. Sidestepping these issues could save you time […]

What Is the Difference Between Separation and Divorce in North Carolina?

There is a difference between separation and divorce in North Carolina. Divorce in the state is usually entered into after the couple physically separates for one year. In other cases, a couple may obtain a legal separation in advance of divorce. In rare cases, a judge may grant a divorce if one of the spouses […]

Can a Divorce Be Settled Out of Court?

Understanding Out-of-Court Divorce Settlements: A Less Stressful Alternative Negotiating the terms of a divorce settlement is difficult even when the ending of the marriage is somewhat amicable in nature. However, when contention and animosity exists between a divorcing couple, the process can become extremely difficult and even intolerable. It’s important to know that it is […]

Substance Abuse & Divorce

Divorce is an all too common outcome when your spouse is dependent on drugs or alcohol. An addiction to any substance is costly. It can take up most, if not all, of your spouse’s income. Beside the money, there is a significant emotional cost to substance abuse. Addiction causes personality changes. Due to their illness, […]

5 Common Questions about Alimony

Most people are aware that when a divorce happens, one spouse may be ordered to pay spousal support or alimony to the other. However, alimony is a complicated topic that many people are unclear about. To clarify how alimony works, we’ve compiled a list of five of the most common questions related to the topic. […]

What You Need to Know About Military Divorce

If you or your spouse are in the military and you want to file for divorce, you need to speak with a military divorce lawyer. Your situation has numerous special considerations that a divorce outside of the military does not. From when you can file for divorce to how you divide retirement savings, the military […]

Financial Steps to Take Before Filing for Divorce

You can wake up one day and decide to file for divorce immediately. However, you will be better prepared for your divorce and to fight for what you deserve if you do your research first. You should consult with a divorce lawyer as soon as possible to discuss the best way for you to move […]

A Raleigh couple argues about who can keep the house as they go through the divorce process in Wake County.

How to Keep Your House in a Divorce

Getting a divorce is a life-altering experience. Not only are you ending your marriage, but you are also likely going to give up some possessions you owned as a couple, in addition to negotiating child custody and support payments. Some people have a hard time letting go of everything in their lives at once, and […]

Tips to Survive Thanksgiving After a Divorce

Getting a divorce can be one of the most emotional experiences in your life. Once your divorce is finalized, your whole life will completely change. The first holidays as a newly single person will likely be difficult. Thanksgiving is particularly challenging, because it’s a holiday that revolves around being with family. This is not a […]

What is a QDRO?

If you are going through a legal separation and divorce, a QDRO can help you and your former spouse properly divide your assets while also limiting needless hassle and tax liability in many cases. Short for “Qualified Domestic Relations Order,” a QDRO is an order that the judge in your divorce case signs to address […]