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Episode 48 – Divorcing a Sociopath

Separation & Divorce
Ex-It Strategy Podcast Episode 47 Hosts/Participants: Elizabeth Stephenson, Sarah Hink, Jen Bordeaux Guest: Kerrie Droban Elizabeth: Hi everyone. It’s Elizabeth Stephenson with New Direction Family Law.  Sarah: And I’m Elizabeth’s partner, Sarah Hink, attorney at New Direction Family Law. And…
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Do Alimony Payments Ever End?

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Alimony, also referred to as spousal support, constitutes a legal obligation where a dependent spouse receives periodic payments from the supporting spouse following their separation or divorce. This financial arrangement can emerge as a substantial and often complex obligation for…
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Illicit Sexual Beavior | Ex-It Strategy

Illicit Sexual Behavior

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Ex-It Strategy Podcast 3 Hosts/Participants Elizabeth Stephenson, Sarah Hink You can listen to this episode of Ex-It Strategy on Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher Elizabeth: Hi everyone. Sarah and I are back. I’m Elizabeth Stephenson. Sarah: And I’m…
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Pros and Cons of Getting a Prenup

Pros and Cons of Getting a Prenup

Separation & Divorce
If you’re getting married, you might be considering a prenuptial agreement, or a prenup. Many couples complete a prenup to achieve security and peace of mind around their assets and debts before marriage. A prenup clearly defines what will happen…
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Divorces on the Rise During COVID-19

Separation & Divorce
We are now over half a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, which has tested many relationships. With family members in an unsolicited, prolonged situation of physical proximity with each other, family lawyers are getting more questions about getting divorced. COVID-19…
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How Separate Property Works

Separation & Divorce
When a marriage ends, property division is an enormous issue that a couple must address to protect their rights and secure their financial future. Classifying and appraising property is no small task and the law can be complex. No matter…
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North Carolina’s Alimony Laws

Separation & Divorce
Alimony, or spousal support, is usually awarded as payments made following a separation or divorce from a “supporting spouse” to a “dependent spouse” for a fixed duration of time. As you can imagine, this is a great source of controversy…
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Spying, Harassment, and Divorce

Separation & Divorce
Separations are hardly ever clean. However, when a marital relationship has issues of control or domestic violence, a separation can dramatically escalating these issues. New Direction Family Law has helped domestic violence survivors for years, and sadly, we have had…
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Steps to Prepare for Your Divorce

Steps to Prepare for Your Divorce

Separation & Divorce
The prospect of ending a marriage is rife with feelings of uncertainty, fear, and discomfort. It is a major life shift and undeniable trauma. However, there are ways to feel more comfortable and confident leading into the divorce process. Some…
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Alimony and a New Partner

Alimony and a New Partner

Separation & DivorceWealth
Alimony payments are intended to financially support dependent spouses after a marriage has ended. These payments recognize the duration of a couple’s marriage, their marital standard of living, the disparity in wealth and opportunity between the spouses, and the numerous…
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