Understanding Out-of-Court Divorce Settlements: A Less Stressful Alternative Negotiating the terms of a divorce settlement is difficult even when the ending of the marriage is somewhat amicable in nature. However, when contention and animosity exists between a divorcing couple, the…
Divorce is an all too common outcome when your spouse is dependent on drugs or alcohol. An addiction to any substance is costly. It can take up most, if not all, of your spouse’s income. Beside the money, there is…
When you share custody of your children with their other parent, child custody and support feel intertwined. They both directly relate to your children’s care and require a legal agreement or order. As linked as they are, they are not…
Deciding to adopt a child can be an incredibly rewarding and momentous occasion on your life. While you may be planning for the day your child comes home, you need to learn how to start the actual process. The information…
In North Carolina, as in most of the country, child custody is usually settled out of court. It’s rare for child custody to be determined in a courtroom. This doesn’t mean you don’t need a lawyer if you are trying…