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
Attorney Ashley B. Callahan was selected as a Business North Carolina Legal Elite for the second year in a row. Attorney Callahan received the honor in the Family Law category for 2020. Legal Elite gives every North Carolina attorney the right to vote and select the... read more
A solid prenup can even help couples stay married, according to Penelope Hefner, a family law attorney and principal of Sodoma Law Union in Monroe, North Carolina. Read the Full Article... read more
Whether you’re newly separated or have been following a custody arrangement for a while, co-parenting during the holidays can be difficult for even the most amicable of families. Holidays schedules can be the most contentious part of creating a Parenting Plan. While... read more
Free Trader Agreements Explained! Have you ever wondered what happens to the swanky multi-million home(s) celebrities own when they get divorced? Like most everyone, when celebrities get divorced their assets are divided – including those luxurious houses. When... read more
The Sprinkle vs Johnson case is an important reminder that even in family law, there are basic requirements that must be met to protect an individual’s constitutional rights. Read the Full Post... read more
