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What Debts Am I Responsible For and Will I Get Credit for Post-Separation Payments? If you are considering divorce, one of the first concerns that often arises is how ongoing financial obligations will be handled. While many couples focus on dividing marital assets, the division of debt is just as important. Determining who is responsible for specific debts—both during separation and after divorce—is a critical part of the process. After all, no one wants to…
From the Perspective of a Family Financial Mediator When facing divorce or custody disputes, choosing how to resolve them is just as important as deciding what’s at stake. For families in North Carolina, the choice between mediation and litigation is often a defining moment — one that determines the timeline, tone, and emotional cost of the separation process. As certified Family Financial Mediators at GHMA | LAW, we work with attorneys and their clients to…
From the Perspective of a Certified Family Financial Mediator Mediation has become the go-to method for resolving family law disputes outside of the courtroom, but with its acceptance and popularity comes a flood of myths, misunderstandings, and flat-out fiction. At GHMA | LAW, we regularly encounter parties who come into mediation with outdated assumptions or unrealistic expectations about the process. Let’s clear the air. Below, we address and correct some of the most common myths…
Family law mediation is a structured, private process that allows parties to resolve issues such as property division, child custody, and support outside of court. As a certified Family Financial Mediator in North Carolina, I work with clients and their counsel to find resolution through conversation not confrontation. Mediation is not therapy or arbitration. It is an opportunity for both parties to sit down (often virtually) and shape their own outcome under the guidance of…
In today’s divorce landscape, assets are no longer limited to homes, retirement accounts, and physical property. Many North Carolina couples now hold significant value in digital assets — and dividing these assets during divorce requires special attention, technical knowledge, and strategic planning. At GHMA LAW, we understand how complex and contentious the division of digital property can be. Whether your portfolio includes cryptocurrency, online revenue streams, or valuable digital intellectual property, we’re here to help…
