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What are the Benefits of Arbitration?
The benefits of arbitration are many. The process is confidential and private unless it is provided for, and no record is kept of the proceedings. Each party has some control...
Who Should Get the Family Dog?
Many people consider their pet as a member of their family, not just personal property. Consequently, when couples split up, there are sometimes disagreements as to which party should take...
Relocation and Child Custody: Can I Relocate With My Child to Another City or State?
When a parent who has (or is seeking) custody of a child decides to relocate to another city or state, disputes regarding child custody or visitation may arise, especially if...
The Danger of Plotting Revenge
The stress, anxiety, uncertainty, and emotional upheaval that come with the divorce process can bring out the worst in otherwise good people. Divorce attorneys are well accustomed to hearing clients...
Dating After Separation
A question that family law attorneys are often asked is: "How long after separation should I wait before I start dating?" Unfortunately, the answer varies depending on the unique circumstances...
Costly Divorce Mistakes: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You.
In an effort to save money during divorce, many couples turn to self-help legal forms and generic advice found on the Internet rather than hiring a family law attorney. When...
Reconcilliation
Often a potential client visits an attorney to discuss divorce. Although, they have not yet made the decision to take the big step. First, they want to know their options....
Why You May Need an Expert Witness or Other Professional to Assist in Your Divorce or Child Custody Case
Depending on the nature and complexity of the issues in dispute in your divorce or child custody matter, your attorney may recommend that you engage the services of non-lawyer professionals...
Grandparents’ Rights to Custody and Visitation in North Carolina
Under North Carolina law, there are four different statutes under which a grandparent has statutory standing to pursue visitation privileges with a grandchild, or legal and/or physical custody of the...
Tax Implications of Receiving (and Paying) Postseparation Support and Alimony
In North Carolina, there are no mathematical formulas for determining awards of postseparation support and alimony. The trial courts have broad discretion in determining the amount and duration of postseparation...
