Helping Families Make Informed Decisions About Their Future
Thinking about getting a divorce is no small matter. Simply considering the prospect can feel daunting. As we have discussed in previous blog posts, there are many steps to take to prepare yourself for a divorce, from understanding the legal requirements to securing...
Many people look forward to the holidays all year, however, a divorce can change that perspective. After a divorce, the holidays can become complicated for the whole family. Traditions your family upheld for years might change or even end. You and your ex-spouse might...
Finding a new partner can feel magical – especially after an unhappy or unfulfilling marriage ends. Even so, beginning a relationship with a new partner can quickly become complicated if your divorce is not yet final. There is no rule or law prohibiting individuals...
After deciding to divorce, one thing that most parents dread is telling their children. They worry: How will they take the news? How will they adapt to life after the divorce? Parents know that each of their children is unique. Therefore, they must remember that each...
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...
