Even people who prefer to do things on their own can stand to benefit from guidance during difficult times. For example, filing for divorce in North Carolina is not exactly a regular activity, and most people are not familiar with the intricate details that go into...
Family Law
Is divorce a bad idea for business owners?
Running a business and being married can both be complicated, and combining the two certainly does not make either any easier. When a marriage ends in divorce, it can complicate things even more. Certain processes that might seem relatively straightforward for most...
Can I get half of the marital assets in property division?
Divorce can be a complicated process, both legally and emotionally. From navigating support orders and custody agreements, most people have a lot on the line. This includes making sure that everyone walks away from property division with a fair share of the marital...
Is an amicable divorce possible for you and your future ex?
When you got married, you may have believed that you would be with your spouse for the rest of your life. You did not think that anything could diminish your love or affect your relationship to a point where you would feel the need to divorce. However, like many...
Is mediation right for your divorce?
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...
Every business owner needs a prenuptial agreement
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...
How can I make divorce more affordable?
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...
How should you deal with your portion of a 401k?
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...
How does a postnuptial agreement work?
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...
Grandparent visitation and custody rights for children
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...

