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With the evolving and changing nature of relationships, many couples are beginning to look at the legal implications of living together long-term, without getting married.  To protect their acquired assets, some couples are turning to cohabitation agreements.  I was recently asked about these agreements, their enforceability in North Carolina, and how disputes under cohabitation agreements […]

1. Know the Law and be Prepared. Each year read the following Chapters of the General Statutes: 5A (Contempt); 8C (Evidence); 50 (Divorce, Alimony, etc.); 50A (UCCJEA); 52C (UIFSA); 50B and C (Domestic Violence and No Contact); and 52 (Married Persons, Powers, and Liabilities). It is important to stay updated with the law and it […]

1. Consult with an Attorney – You need to consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area. Divorce is complicated and it is better to know all your rights prior to making any substantial moves towards a divorce. 2. Get your Finances in Order – You need to be aware of all your […]

Have you been separated from your spouse for over one year? Have you lived in North Carolina for the past six months? Do you plan to waive alimony and property/debt issues? If your answer to all of these question is “yes”, then you qualify for an absolute divorce! Also, to get an absolute divorce you […]

Many of my clients come to me with very unique stories and situations. Whether there is a complex property division or a heated argument about custody, there are some questions that seem to come about on a regular occasion which have nothing to do with the property or the children exactly. Rather, I find that […]