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Top 7 Signs You Need to Hire a Divorce Lawyer

Child Custody Domestic Violence Separation & Divorce

In the United States, almost half of first marriages end in divorce, and that number rises significantly for second and third marriages. Once the relationship is irretrievably broken, divorce often becomes the only option. The divorce process can be a…

What Is a Guardian Ad Litem in North Carolina Court?

Child Custody Domestic Violence Parenting

If you have a guardian ad litem involved in your custody case, you may have questions about their role in North Carolina. A custody case may become extremely contentious, and sometimes the child’s interests can get forgotten as the parents…

Ask a Lawyer About Mental Health Issues and Divorce

Domestic Violence Health Lifestyle Relationships Separation & Divorce

When you have questions about mental health issues and divorce, ask a lawyer. Handling a stressful divorce alongside mental health issues can seem daunting. With a divorce lawyer’s assistance, you can understand your rights and pursue your best outcome during…

Your Spouse Left the State with Your Kids – What’s Next?

Child Custody Domestic Violence Lifestyle Parenting Relationships

When a marriage is breaking up, it’s not unusual that one spouse leaves the state with the kids. Sometimes the move is agreed upon by the other spouse, and sometimes it is not. If your spouse unexpectedly took the children…

3 Reasons to Get a Domestic Violence Attorney for Your Divorce

Domestic Violence Separation & Divorce

If you are in an abusive relationship and need a divorce, you should find a domestic violence attorney to help you. Divorce lawyers who have experience with domestic violence matters, like our firm, can take the necessary steps to protect…

Emergency Child Custody in North Carolina

Child Custody Domestic Violence

Unfortunately, sometimes people need emergency child custody when a child is in danger. It might be tough to think about a situation like this. Luckily, the courts have a system in place to protect children who are in trouble by…

What Is a Divorce From Bed and Board in North Carolina?

Domestic Violence Lifestyle Relationships Separation & Divorce

A divorce from bed and board is a separation option available in North Carolina in situations involving abuse, adultery, or mistreatment. It’s not a divorce in the true sense of the word – it’s a legal, court-ordered separation during which…

Marital Misconduct in North Carolina

Separation & Divorce Domestic Violence Relationships

Sometimes spouses step outside the agreed-upon boundaries of their marriage, causing conflict and even the need to divorce. During a North Carolina divorce case, one or both spouses may provide evidence of marital misconduct by the other spouse. Marital misconduct…

What to Do If Your Spouse Won’t Follow a Child Custody Agreement

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If your spouse won’t follow your child custody agreement, you may need legal help to enforce it. Dealing with joint custody can be time-consuming and difficult on its own – let alone if your spouse ignores your agreement. How Do…

North Carolina Divorce: Temporary Orders

Separation & Divorce Domestic Violence

The decision to end a marriage is a hard and emotional one. Predictably, people who are experiencing a separation and divorce may not be at their best—to that degree, courts sometimes have to get involved. When family law issues arise…

Safely Accessing North Carolina’s Courts

Separation & Divorce Child Custody Domestic Violence

Despite our country experiencing a historic health crisis, many of us have legal issues that need to be addressed and resolved. However,some people are delaying moving forward with these important decisions. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a great deal of…

COVID-19 Update

Separation & Divorce Child Custody Domestic Violence

As businesses across North Carolina prepare to open under new guidelines and structure, the North Carolina Court System is doing the same. Below is a summary of what to expect for domestic court, but the full directive can be found…

Domestic Violence During Social Isolation

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The global COVID 19 pandemic and social isolation have caused crime statistics across North Carolina to drop. Unfortunately, it has had an opposite effect in people’s households. There has been a notable increase in domestic violence calls to law enforcement…

Domestic Violence and Children: Protection & Safety Goes Beyond the Classroom

Domestic Violence

Trees are sprinkled with rich hues of auburn, burnt orange, and gold. Front porches begin to glow with iconic Halloween images, and children (and adults) are excited to dress up as their favorite superhero, TV character or movie star—you’ve realized…

How Domestic Violence Can Impact Your Divorce

Separation & Divorce Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a dangerous and toxic element to any relationship. When it comes to marriage, unaddressed domestic violence issues don’t have happy endings. While death, injury, protective orders, and imprisonment are the most palpable outcomes; there are several legal…

When is Police Intervention Appropriate for a Family Law Dispute?

Domestic Violence Separation & Divorce

When you are having a really difficult time with your spouse during the midst of a separation, you may find yourself in situations where you feel scared or powerless. Some people contact relatives and friends for support, while others call…

Helping Your Teen Through Dating Violence

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence isn’t just a problem that affects adult relationships, it also exists in teen relationships and is considered by the Center for Disease Control to be widespread. This is a difficult situation for parents, since it comes at a time when kids want…

Identifying Signs of Domestic Violence in a Relationship

Domestic Violence Relationships

It is surprisingly easy to lose yourself in a relationship. After a relationship begins, a lot of people find themselves focused on their partner, while naturally pulling away from their daily routines and even from friends. Unfortunately, a lot of…

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Domestic Violence

Top 7 Signs You Need to Hire a Divorce Lawyer

What Is a Guardian Ad Litem in North Carolina Court?

Ask a Lawyer About Mental Health Issues and Divorce

Your Spouse Left the State with Your Kids – What’s Next?

3 Reasons to Get a Domestic Violence Attorney for Your Divorce

Emergency Child Custody in North Carolina

What Is a Divorce From Bed and Board in North Carolina?

Marital Misconduct in North Carolina

What to Do If Your Spouse Won’t Follow a Child Custody Agreement

North Carolina Divorce: Temporary Orders

Safely Accessing North Carolina’s Courts

COVID-19 Update

Domestic Violence During Social Isolation

Domestic Violence and Children: Protection & Safety Goes Beyond the Classroom

How Domestic Violence Can Impact Your Divorce

When is Police Intervention Appropriate for a Family Law Dispute?

Helping Your Teen Through Dating Violence

Identifying Signs of Domestic Violence in a Relationship

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