BREEDEN LAW OFFICE BLOG

What If I Disagree with How Assets are Separated?

When you get a divorce, all of the assets and debts of the marriage are divided through a process called Equitable Distribution in North Carolina. Asset division is a complex process that has significant implications for your financial future. Because divorce has so many complex financial components, it’s critical that you protect yourself by working […]

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Can I Pay No Child Support If My Ex Agrees?

One of the biggest issues to resolve when a relationship with children ends is that of child support. Child support is the money paid towards health, education, housing, and general welfare needs of children when their parents separate. While this support typically continues until high school graduation, there can be modifications depending on circumstances. You […]

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Divorce and School: Managing Your Child’s Education and Custody Issues

How Divorce Affects School Life: Key Issues and Solutions for Parents When a marriage ends, it is a difficult time for everyone, particularly children who are involved. They can be confused, upset, and angry with their parents and the situation, which may lead to behavioral issues or be reflected in poor school performance. Understanding how […]

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Am I Responsible for My Ex’s Student Loans?

When you are going through a divorce, a lot of questions come to mind. You are probably worried about your financial obligations during the process and after. If you or your spouse have debt, be it a mortgage, auto loans, credit cards, medical debt, or student loans, you worry about how much you will be […]

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Family Vacations After a Divorce

A lot changes after getting a divorce. Your daily life with your kids is forced to evolve. You have to navigate new schedules and dynamics. You suddenly have to share or split birthdays and holidays. So much changes that it’s natural to want to continue certain traditions or make new ones. Family vacations can be […]

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Understanding Same Sex Divorce in North Carolina

North Carolina recognized the legality of same-sex marriage in 2014. That decision was followed in 2015 by the U.S. Supreme Court finding prohibition on same-sex marriage unconstitutional, which paved the way for it to be legal in every state. Once same-sex couples could legally marry, many did so. Under the law, to end these unions, […]

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FAQ for Military Divorces

When married couples in North Carolina make the difficult decision to divorce, they face issues such as property division, spousal support, and child custody. These matters are determined by North Carolina law. But if one of the spouses is a member of the military, additional considerations arise, and federal law may provide guidance and protections. […]

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Preparing for Divorce in North Carolina

Ending your marriage is a challenging, emotionally draining process. Preparing for divorce can help minimize the far-reaching effects, and the emotional and economic impacts of the situation. Such preparations include finding an experienced NC divorce lawyer, whose knowledge of family law can help you through the division of assets, child custody, and spousal/child support. Attorney […]

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Questions to Ask an NC Divorce Attorney Before Hiring Them

Ending a marriage is hard. Emotions are high, and spirits are low. Whether you asked for a divorce or are responding to a request for one, the situation is not easy. When dealing with a divorce, there are likely a number of questions running through your mind, including, “who gets the house,” “how are our […]

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Can I Use a Witness at a Divorce Hearing?

There are several reasons during a divorce for why you may want to call a witness, and you are typically allowed to do so. When you are going through such a situation, you may wish to establish various facts about you, your spouse, and the marriage. The best way to do that may be to […]

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