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...
Family Law
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...
Starting a new career after your divorce
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...
Dealing with an unfavorable custody evaluation
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,...
Appeals court determines grandmother has visitation rights
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...

