When you realize and accept that your marriage is over, you may be ready to move on with your life through divorce. Perhaps you tell your spouse you want to divorce and, although the conversation might be difficult, you expect that they will accept your decision and...
There’s no doubt that divorce is an expensive endeavor. You’ll have to split marital assets with your spouse in an equitable fashion, and child support may be on the line. But even if these two issues fall in your favor during your divorce proceedings, you still might...
Property can be the source of discord in a North Carolina divorce. People will have many reasons why they want to keep certain properties from the marriage. Disputes are common and can lead to hard feelings between the parties. This is true even in relatively amicable...
When one spouse earns a higher amount than another spouse, the lesser-earning spouse may be able to recover alimony in the divorce. Alimony is generally paid by the higher earner to the lesser-earner to give the lesser-earner a chance to regain their financial footing...
If you are facing a divorce in North Carolina, you are probably gearing up for the emotional toll the process will take, along with the details of the legal proceedings that will need to occur before you can move on with post-divorce life. There is no doubt that some...
There are a lot of financial considerations you have to take into account when navigating divorce. Division of the marital home, bank accounts and retirement assets can all be important for your future, but there are probably other assets that are near and dear to...
Many older couples in North Carolina feel they no longer have much in common after the kids are out of the house. As a result, gray divorce is becoming more and more common. According to researchers from Bowling Green University, people over 65 making up approximately...
Many couples in the Charlotte area will use mediation to resolve their divorce or family law matter. Mediation is a confidential process. The two parties to divorce meet with another person, usually an attorney or someone with other expertise, to try to resolve any...
There are many issues that need to be hashed out as a North Carolina divorce case proceeds. Although all areas will warrant attention, finances are connected to every aspect from children to property to support. It is imperative to think about how that will impact...
Divorce is a painful and stressful process that affects many couples in the United States. According to the latest statistics, the divorce rate in North Carolina is 3.1 per 1,000 residents, slightly lower than the national average of 3.2. However, this does not mean...