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Can My Ex Get Half My Pension? Retirement Assets in North Carolina

You and your spouse were likely planning on a long life together, including your retirements. But divorce changes all of that, and it’s an important financial aspect of ending a marriage. What Happens to My Pension During a Divorce in NC? One or both of you may have retirement savings, like IRAs, 401(k)s, and pensions. […]

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Divorcing a Cheating Spouse in North Carolina

Divorcing a cheating spouse raises a lot of questions, like can their affair influence your divorce? The truth is that in North Carolina it depends. There are some fault-based grounds for legal separation under North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS) Chapter 50. You can use adultery, abandonment, intolerable indignities, and a few other reasons to pursue […]

Who Pays for Extracurricular Activities After a Divorce?

All parents know that raising children is expensive. From the diapers in the first years to the clothes they consistently grow out of, children demand a great deal of financial sacrifice. As they get older, extracurricular activities, like sports, music lessons, band, dance classes, and martial arts get added to your child’s calendar. Unfortunately, these […]

Abandonment in North Carolina: Can I Move Out of the House?

North Carolina takes abandonment seriously. If you abandon your family, as defined by state law, it can impact your divorce or child custody. Abandonment can also mean your former spouse getting a larger portion of the marital estate or more in alimony. So if you are considering a separation or divorce in North Carolina, it […]

NC Child Custody: Filing in Different Counties

Sharing custody in North Carolina can get complicated. It is tempting to co-parent without a set schedule, but even the most careful plans will slide over time. Many parents find that stability is crucial to raising their children. This means getting a formal agreement in court. But this process may vary depending on which county […]

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What Happens to an Inheritance in a Divorce?

Divorce leads to a lot of questions about money, property, and debt. You and your spouse have to figure out who keeps what, from the couch to flatware. You have to decide how much in your checking, savings, retirement, and investment accounts belongs to each of you. It can become contentious if one spouse wants […]

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We’re Grateful for Our Strong Community

Nothing about life feels normal right now, and crises are very good at clarifying priorities. With all of the uncertainty in our world today, we want to take a minute to check in with our clients and community. We hope that you are healthy, safe, and able to find some silver linings in this very […]

COVID-19: NC Emergency Custody & Domestic Violence Orders

As most Americans huddle inside their homes because of COVID-19, many North Carolina families are left to worry about their children and possibly their own safety. North Carolina family courts play an essential role in protecting people and sorting out the most difficult of domestic situations. This includes people desperately seeking access to their children […]

COVID-19 & Family Legal Matters in North Carolina

COVID-19 has impacted the lives of many North Carolina families in and around Johnston, Harnett, and Wake Counties. As the situation continues to evolve, Breeden Law Office wants to reassure our clients and the communities that we serve that we are taking this situation seriously, and putting safety measures in place that prioritize the health […]

Do Grandparents in North Carolina Have Child Custody Rights?

Grandparents in North Carolina are increasingly pursuing custody of their grandchildren if the child’s parents are unable or unwilling to provide for their grandchild child. While North Carolina does not formally recognize grandparent rights, the courts do allow grandparents to pursue custody if their grandchild’s family situation warrants it. North Carolina previously considered an expansion […]

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