Helping Families Make Informed Decisions About Their Future
It is no secret that finances are such a big – and important – issue in a divorce. North Carolina law requires couples to value and divide their assets, which is not an easy task. However, the division and distribution of property is not the only reason you must...
Learning about your parents’ divorce is never easy, no matter your age. We have discussed in previous blog posts just how much divorce can affect adult children. As the trend of divorce for couples over 50 continues to rise, it is even more important for adult...
Getting married is a lot like entering into a contract. In fact, marriage is considered a civil contract. Therefore, divorce is essentially dissolving that contract, at least in legal terms. Individuals considering divorce know it is often much more complex than that....
This is a common question you may encounter in the event of a divorce. You may want to keep some distance between yourself and your spouse during this stressful time, as well as begin moving forward with your life. Additionally, North Carolina law requires spouses to...
Going through a divorce is not easy. It can become even more stressful when your child begins to exhibit behaviors that are entirely unlike them. A well-behaved, happy child might suddenly become irritable and angry. Straight-A students might start struggling in...
The divorce rates for older individuals are on the rise. Since the 1990s, the trend of “elder divorce” has taken center stage for many studies as the overall rate of divorce decreased. There are many reasons that couples over 50 decide to divorce. However, in all of...
There are still several steps individuals must take after a divorce in North Carolina. From officially dividing property according to the divorce settlement agreement to growing accustomed to the custody arrangement, the post-divorce checklist can be longer than many...
The capacity to compromise is an important factor in life. In fact, it is common to hear that compromise is a requirement when it comes to relationships and marriage. However, what about when individuals end that relationship? Compromising is often the last thing...
It is no secret that divorce is wrought with emotions, ranging from dread to relief. Even so, it is common for one spouse to hold more anger than the other – especially if they were not the one who asked for a divorce in the first place. The combination of all these...
Several studies in recent years have found that disputes over money and financial issues are directly linked to divorce, and are often cited as one of the primary reasons for this decision. Money has ties to many other aspects of one’s life, and when parties do not...
