The “boyfriend loophole” has seen renewed discussion in recent weeks. But what does the “boyfriend loophole” actually mean, and how can this impact victims of domestic violence? In laymen’s terms, while there are currently legal protections in place for victims of... read more
“Revenge porn”, as it is most frequently referred to, has seen increased media attention in the past few weeks with the release of a new Netflix docuseries as well as a renewed push for federal legislation to provide victims with federal civil recourse. The term... read more
What does this mean for North Carolina and Family Law? On Friday, June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court released a landmark decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, holding that the Constitution does not confer a right to abortion. This decision overruled... read more
An amicable divorce comes down to a few things: peace, preparation, cooperation, and patience. That is, you and your partner decide to keep the bigger picture in mind — meaning no finger-pointing or blame — and… Read the Full Article... read more
Although you may be excited about the prospect of receiving unexpected money, there are certain financial moves experts say you should make to make sure you’re prepared for that inheritance. Read the Full Article... read more
Before valuing and distributing property in a divorce, the Court must first classify the property as separate, marital or divisible. This first step is, arguably, the most important because if property is not identified and properly classified, the Court is unable to... read more
An action for divorce starts with one spouse filing a Complaint for Divorce in the county where either spouse resides. The parties must be separated for one year prior to the filing of the Complaint. If the wife seeks to resume her maiden name, a request may be... read more
Decision-making authority regarding your child’s health, education, and well-being is referred to as Legal Custody. The ability to make decisions regarding your child’s medical care, educational needs, and religious upbringing can sometimes be more important than the... read more
Spousal Support and Alimony obligations can be complicated to understand, especially when changes need to be made. Below are a few of the questions most frequently asked when handling spousal support matters. Can I stop making alimony payments now that my ex-spouse... read more
January notoriously has the highest rate of divorce and separation. In fact, January 2nd is National Hire a Divorce Lawyer Day. Separation and divorce is a confusing and emotional time, especially if you don’t know where to turn. The following tips can help alleviate... read more
