Family Law
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…
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When separated parents live in different states, child custody matters can quickly become complicated. Determining which state has the authority to make decisions about your child isn’t just a matter of convenience; it’s a matter of law. The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) was enacted to address exactly these situations. If you’re facing an interstate custody dispute in North Carolina, understanding how the UCCJEA applies is crucial. What Is the UCCJEA? The…
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What you need to know if your next chapter starts with divorce Divorce later in life — sometimes called “grey divorce” — is on the rise. More couples are separating after decades of marriage, often at a time when financial plans are deeply intertwined, retirement is approaching or already underway, and health coverage and estate matters carry greater significance. In North Carolina, individuals over 50 face unique legal and personal challenges during divorce that require…
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In an increasingly mobile world, it’s common for individuals to move across state lines after a divorce or custody order has been issued. Whether you’re relocating to North Carolina or your former partner has moved here, you may need to enforce a divorce decree, custody order, or support judgment that originated in another state. At GHMA LAW, we routinely assist clients in recognizing and enforcing out-of-state family law orders. With the proper process, North Carolina…
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An updated look at how digital evidence shapes modern divorce When GHMA LAW first published guidance on the risks of social media during divorce, platforms like Facebook and Instagram were the main concern. But in the years since, the digital landscape has evolved dramatically. Today, courts and attorneys increasingly draw evidence from Snapchat, WhatsApp, TikTok, Venmo, dating apps, and even neighborhood platforms like Nextdoor. Doorbell camera footage, shared calendars, and messaging apps can all leave…
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