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Stepparent Custody Rights

Studies have shown that approximately 40-50% of all marriages end in divorce, which is why it’s no surprise that many people get married more than once in their lifetimes. If you decide to get remarried and either you or your new spouse has primary custody of minor children, there is a possibility that you will […]

Congress May Change Division of Military Retirement Pay in Divorce

Understanding Military Retirement Divorce Changes Oklahoma senator Steve Russell introduced into Congress an amendment to the Uniform Services Former Spouse Protection Act, pertaining to the division of military retirement pay in divorce cases. The revision would require payments from military retirement accounts to be awarded based on the military member’s rank and years in service […]

When Should You Consider Mediation in a North Carolina Dissolution or Divorce?

Understanding Divorce Mediation in NC: A Guide for Couples Many couples going through a divorce or dissolution can benefit from using divorce mediation in NC during their cases. A mediator can help people solve disputes so they can reach an amicable resolution to their cases. You may hire a private mediator and begin the mediation […]

Are North Carolina Divorce Records Public?

Understanding North Carolina Divorce Records and Privacy Options Couples who file for divorce often experience a great deal of stress and emotion during the process. You may wish to maintain privacy regarding the event with hopes of keeping this painful part your life out of public view. However, like most court documents, North Carolina divorce […]

Pet Custody in a Divorce

When you file for a divorce, you need to be prepared to divide much of your property between you and your spouse. North Carolina is an equitable distribution state, which means the court will, upon request, assume the responsibility to divide your marital property in a way that it feels is fair for both parties. […]

Division of Assets Can Be Complicated Without a Will

It is not uncommon to die without a last will and testament. In fact, many celebrities, such as Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, Michael Jackson, and even Abraham Lincoln, died without a will – intestate. Most recently, the media has been buzzing with the rather shocking news that musician Prince died intestate and without a surviving […]

Why You Need a Last Will and Testament

The nation is still reeling over the loss of legendary pop star Prince last April. At only 57 years old, most expected that he had more time to live. It seems that he was not prepared, as he appears to have died intestate, or without a last will and testament. Shortly after his passing, Prince’s […]

What Happens if You Die Without a Will?

Often, the thought of preparing a will leaves people feeling uneasy. Wills are often associated with death, and you don’t want to think about your death when you’re too busy living. But having a will in place is important for your loved ones, because it is your way of taking care of them even when […]

Parenting and Custody after Divorce

Deciding to get a divorce can be very painful for a couple – separating and starting their lives over after the marriage ends is both difficult and important. A couple with children is faced with an especially arduous task of trying to keep the lives of their kids as stress-free and normal as possible. Couples […]

Same Sex Adoption Ban Now Overturned in All 50 States

A federal judge recently overturned a 2000 ruling in Mississippi that banned same-sex couples from adoption. This decision was especially momentous because it officially made same-sex adoption legal in all 50 states. In 2015, four Mississippi same-sex couples wanting to adopt children challenged the law, which succinctly states, “[a]doption by couples of the same gender […]