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Co-parenting 101: Kids Need a Strong Team

Here’s the thing about getting a divorce, separating, or just moving on when you have kids: Like it or not, you and the other parent are still a team. To give your kids what they deserve, you have to act like one. Successful co-parenting strategies are essential for maintaining stability and ensuring your child’s well-being. […]

Co-parenting 101: Be a Parent, Not a Friend

Co-parenting after divorce or separation is about being a parent. It’s not about becoming your child’s friend. Your children did not have a say in your decision. And they can’t do anything about what has happened. They are essentially along for the ride. As difficult as your divorce, breakup, or separation may be for you, […]

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Co-Parenting & Custody Guide: Co-Parenting Made Clear

When you get a divorce or separate from your child’s other parent, many things suddenly become murky. Who has the kids on Thanksgiving? Who chooses the child’s doctor? Who can or can’t take the kids on vacation? It’s not the most challenging part of co-parenting, but it’s a contender. Agreeing to the terms of custody […]

Co-parenting 101: Communication With Your Partner

Good communication is one of the most important parts of raising children. It’s essential that you, as a parent, can communicate with your child. But it’s equally vital that you and the child’s other parent communicate well also. That’s true regardless of whether you are divorced, separated, or still together. Sadly, many divorces and separations […]

Relationship Deal Breaker? Financial Deceit

Financial deceit in a relationship is incredibly toxic but usually best addressed through honest communication. But in our more than 20 years of handling North Carolina divorce cases in Johnston, Harnett, and Wake Counties, we know this is not always possible. We’re often contacted by spouses who suspect their partner is hiding or lying about […]

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Relationship Deal Breaker? Emotional and Physical Abuse

As family lawyers in Johnston, Harnett, and Wake County, North Carolina, we, unfortunately, encounter abusive relationships far too often. Regardless if you’re a male or female and whether it involves emotional abuse or physical violence, this behavior should never be allowed, and you should seek help immediately. We understand this is a difficult time, and […]

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North Carolina Stalking & Harassment Laws

It is not uncommon for victims of stalking to believe that they may be overreacting. However, if you suspect or have evidence that you are being harassed or stalked, you may need to take legal action to protect yourself and your future. With help from a reputable North Carolina stalking lawyer at Breeden Law Office, […]

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Relationship Deal Breaker: Mental Health

Mental health concerns are growing in public awareness, but as divorce lawyers in North Carolina, the Breeden Law Office is well acquainted with how mental health disorders impact relationships. If you’re dealing with a spouse who has a diagnosed – or even suspected – mental health concern, what you do next is extremely important. To […]

Relationship Deal Breaker: Adultery

Adultery can cause terrible pain in a marriage and is often considered the ultimate relationship deal-breaker. In our more than 20 years of handling North Carolina divorce cases in Johnston, Harnett, and Wake Counties, we know how devastating infidelity can be. However, you should be aware of some important legal aspects of adultery before moving […]

Separation 101: High-Income Earners

Your salary has benefited your family for a long time. But now that you’re thinking about a separation, you need to understand how your income will cover your new bills and still meet North Carolina’s requirements for alimony, child support, and more. This can be a tricky time, and having a high income can complicate […]

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