Divorce does not have to be the drawn-out battle that movies like to show. In fact, many couples in North Carolina successfully navigate divorce with minimal conflict, and even work together to do so. Mediation can be an effective alternative to litigation for those...
Starting a business and working for one’s self is a dream shared by many people in North Carolina. But in the midst of creating a business plan and budget, it is easy to overlook a potential stumbling block -- divorce. Getting a prenuptial agreement before walking...
There are many difficulties associated with divorce, but one of the more overlooked ones is the cost of the process. In fact, depending on the surrounding factors, divorce can potentially cost up to $100,000 or more. The good news is that there are ways to make...
You may feel prepared to deal with any topics that may come up as you enter into your property division proceedings in Hillsborough, yet their will inevitably be some issues that will arise that may catch you by surprise. One of these may be the fact that your...
Although you likely have heard of a prenuptial, a postnuptial may be an unfamiliar concept. After a wedding, sometimes spouses consider making an agreement for their personal possessions and assets. A postnuptial agreement is typically a plan for dividing assets. You...
There are a few situations in which courts will grant legal visitation rights to grandparents in North Carolina. One is when one of the parents has been confirmed as unfit as a parent or mentally incompetent. Another is when the parents are divorced and they agree to...
When marriages end, many other aspects of a person's life may change. They may experience significant financial changes due to their divorce, whether they have to take on responsibilities such as child support and alimony or they are no longer able to benefit from...
Child custody can be an especially challenging aspect of divorce for many couples, and in some cases, a bitter dispute can arise over how custody should be awarded. In some instances, a couple that is ending their marriage may have to work with a custody evaluator,...
At Dickerson Law Firm, P.A., in North Carolina, it is our goal to help families resolve disputes in the best interests of the children involved. Grandparents often have a special relationship with their grandchildren, and as a grandparent, you may wonder how your...
If you are interested in making an addition to your family in North Carolina, the state offers you a number of options, depending on your circumstances. In fact, there are seven different types of adoption in the state, according to the North Carolina Judicial...
