BREEDEN LAW OFFICE BLOG

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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Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples

Some couples enjoy committed relationships with no plans to marry, but share a home and have children together. Assets may have been purchased with each party providing funding. If you’re part of an unmarried couple, you don’t have the same legal protections in the event of your partner’s incapacity or death as those who are […]

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Common Parts of a Will

Estate planning is a necessary part of life, but one that some resist. A recent survey by the American Association of Retired People indicated about 60% of U.S. adults have not made plans regarding end of life matters. An experienced will attorney can help you understand the parts of a will, and help you draft […]

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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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Appealing a Family Court Decision in North Carolina

Family law matters, including divorce and child custody, are handled in the North Carolina District Court Division. If you received a decision from a family court judge who made a significant error, an appeal might be warranted. Such mistakes include the court not knowing that your spouse had a domestic violence conviction when determining custody, […]

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Can a NC Child Support Order Be Modified?

If you’re a divorced parent or you were part of a paternity case, you may now be living under the terms of a child support order. Child support orders are legally-binding decrees from a family court that spell out when, how, and the amount of support that must be paid to help with the expenses […]

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Postnuptial FAQ

When the rich and famous divorce, you often hear there’s a prenuptial agreement that determines the rights of the parties and the property split. But did you know that after you marry, you can enter into a postnuptial agreement? This is like a prenup, but is drafted after the wedding. Just like a prenuptial agreement, […]

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What If My Ex’s New Spouse Wants to Legally Adopt My Child?

Few issues are more volatile than those of child custody after a divorce. If you are your son or daughter’s non-custodial parent, you might experience more upset if your ex re-marries. One question you may have is, “what happens if my ex’s new spouse wants to legally adopt my child?” Your ex and their new […]

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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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