When couples decide to move on and end their marriage, parties often seek out ways to make this life-changing choice and process less stressful. The party researches different options to approach their divorce, tips to co-parent and the requirements they must meet to...
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Raleigh Divorce Law Blog
Preparing for big versus small changes after your divorce
When individuals contemplate divorce, they often hear about the big changes it can bring. For example, parents worry about single-parenthood and living on one income instead of two. Focusing all of one’s energy on these significant changes is natural, especially since...
3 things to remember when helping children understand divorce
The hardest part of making the decision to divorce is often the prospect of telling the children about the decision. Even if divorce is in the best interest of the family, this first step is never easy. Telling your children about the divorce is different from...
Divorce and the issues with more assets but less earning power
Divorce for individuals over 50 is on the rise and one of the primary concerns for these individuals is their finances. Finances are frequently a point of contention in any divorce, but they can become especially complicated and complex– later in life. Spouses should...
Will child support help pay for my child’s college education?
Child support payments cover many expenses, from the child’s everyday needs to medical care. However, child support does not last forever. North Carolina law states that a parent’s obligation to pay child support ends when the child turns 18. There are a few...
Post-divorce parenting when the kids are with the other parent
Making a realistic parenting arrangement is one of the primary concerns for divorcing parents in North Carolina. They must consider several factors, from their child’s best interests to their schedules to determine what custodial schedule will work best for their...
What will happen to my business during my divorce?
Protecting their business is often an owner’s main concern when they seek a divorce. They want to ensure its success and continuation, even while they experience a significant change in their personal life. But ownership interests and business assets are often...
What do we do about the house if we do not agree?
Although divorcing spouses must divide their marital property, one spouse can retain ownership of the home. What happens if you and your spouse disagree about how to handle the house in your divorce? What if you both want to keep it? As you might guess, disagreeing...
My spouse asked for a divorce. What do I do?
Perhaps a couple has faced troubles in their marriage for a while now. Or, the spark in the relationship is gone. Then, one spouse says they want a divorce. Whether this comes as a shock or not, hearing the words out loud can be overwhelming. Here are a few tips – the...
Taxes and claiming dependents: What happens after a divorce?
There are many issues that parents must address in the process of their divorce. They must negotiate several different aspect, including financial matters, property division and how they will share custody of their children. It is critical to think about the future...