Helping Families Make Informed Decisions About Their Future
What is a parent’s first concern when they face a divorce? Their children, of course. Parents do not want to imagine a home without them, even for a brief time. Yet, divorcing parents must negotiate child custody and divide time with their children. For fairness’...
You made your decision: ending the marriage is the right choice moving forward. Then, you collect the information you need to understand how divorce works in North Carolina. Once the separation period ends, you officially file for divorce. However, throughout all of...
As we discussed in the previous blog post, the first step to take when you decide to get a divorce is to get informed. When you have the information – and the advocacy – you need, then you are ready to act. But first, strategize “Think before you act.” That is helpful...
It is a difficult decision to end your marriage. However, if that is the right path for you and your family, you must determine how to move forward. So, what is the first thing you should do once you have made your decision? Step one: Get informed The first step is...
It is natural for parents to worry about their children. Are they doing well in school? Are they making friends? Are they happy, healthy and safe? These questions and worries are commonly on a parents’ mind. However, could there be a time when these natural worries...
Over the years, it is common for parents to collect keepsakes as they watch their children grow. Your child may grow out of their first pair of shoes quickly, but you hang onto them for nostalgic purposes. Some things you may hold onto to pass down again to your...
Conflict is not always avoidable in a divorce, especially when it comes to your kids. Of course, you want to secure more time with your children, and protect them – but so does their other parent. These shared goals and desires can quickly lead to a conflict between...
Conflict is almost inevitable in a divorce. Of course, the topic and intensity of that conflict vary widely. No matter what that argument centers on, anyone facing a divorce in North Carolina must ensure they sharpen their conflict-resolution skills and strategies....
Who gets what in the divorce? That is one of the most common – and often complex – questions when facing the end of a marriage. Figuring out how to divide your marital property can be a challenge, and will require careful negotiation. Here are three tips to consider...
Any plan should include contingency plans, even your parenting plan. Contingency plans address the unexpected, and as parents well know, the parenting journey is filled with the unpredictable. When sharing custody of your child, you must prepare for unforeseen...
