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North Carolina Doesn’t Recognize Legal Separation

Many states recognize separation as a legal status that requires the filing of court documents and a hearing. However, legal separation is not a status that is authorized by the court in North Carolina. A couple may become separated before divorce simply by not living together. In fact, the court requires a couple to be […]

Adoption Financial Assistance

Deciding to adopt a child can be exhilarating, but the process for adoption is not an easy one. The stress and expenses can become overwhelming. The children waiting to be adopted often spend several years in the care of adoption agencies or foster homes. Older children, siblings, and those with special needs are sometimes dubbed […]

Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents

The average life expectancy is increasing and Americans are finding themselves with decades to live out their golden years. However, because life does not always go as planned, you should do everything you can to prepare for potential problems, including drafting a power of attorney to allow your loved ones to handle decisions for you […]

Do I Have to Change My Will After a Divorce?

When you go through a divorce, you face a barrage of changes as you divide your bills and marital property. Even after your divorce is finalized, you continue to alter your life. You may move to a new house, buy a new car, or revert to using your maiden name. You may also need to […]

Who Pays Credit Card Bills in a Divorce?

Getting a divorce raises all types of questions for both parties involved, such as: Who gets the house? And Where will the children live? Perhaps one aspect that gets an enormous amount of attention is dividing

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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. […]

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