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Raleigh Divorce Law Blog
Emotional divorce is just as real as legal divorce
Legal divorce is what most people think of when they think about divorce in general. This is the process of establishing custody agreements and dividing marital assets. However, it is no secret that this legal process involves a lot of complex emotions. The emotional...
Mental health is important – especially after divorce
May was Mental Health Awareness Month. In honor of this, it is critical to discuss the importance of taking care once again of one’s mental health during a divorce. Even if the divorce process is amicable, it is still common for individuals to struggle with their...
Are children of divorce more likely to divorce as well?
Over the years, there has been a lot of research into this question. Parents pursuing a divorce often fret over how their children will react to a divorce. Parents are not the only ones though, as child psychologists and other researchers have endeavored to answer...
Will North Carolina make shared parenting the standard?
When parents seek a custody arrangement, many try to negotiate joint custody and shared parenting. This approach allows both parents to share roughly an equal amount of parenting responsibilities, and have equal time with their children. It is often the most equitable...
What are your intentions and goals for your divorce?
Even when you start considering divorce, you may also doubt whether or not it is the right solution. This is common. It is right to thoroughly think through the entire process before filing for divorce. One of the ways spouses can handle that doubt is by taking time...
How can I move forward after infidelity and divorce?
The prospect of ending a marriage can become even more overwhelming when individuals are also dealing with a spouse’s infidelity. While infidelity can often lead to divorce, it is never an easy thing to deal with. Both of these experiences can have a stressful and...
How does parental conflict affect the kids?
Worrying about how children will react to divorce is normal.. Parents do not want the divorce to affect their child’s wellbeing in the long run. However, this can increase the stress that are already dealing with due to their marriage coming to an end. Anew study...
My child is getting a divorce. How can I help?
There are many sources available to help guide and support children through their parents’ divorce. However, what about the opposite scenario – when your grown child is the one going through a divorce? It is no secret that the emotional toll of a divorce can affect...
Does it really matter where you live when you divorce?
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...