Divorce

Many states, including North Carolina, use an equitable distribution method to divide martial property in a divorce. This means the court will oversee a distribution of property that is fair to both parties, but not necessarily a 50/50 split. Since many couples have...

Are you one of the many North Carolina residents who is thinking about ending your marriage, but are afraid to do it? You fear the unknown. You wonder if you can do life as a single person again. Here’s the thing. Yes, the thought of divorce and life after can be...

It is no secret that divorce has a significant impact personal finances. While issues like cost of living and property division are often at the forefront of people’s minds in a split, credit scores are also something worth keeping an eye on. A significant proportion...

North Carolina families all have their issues that they must contend with now and then. Of course, some families have greater problems than others, and you may have felt that your family would be better off if you and your spouse got a divorce. Perhaps your spouse has...

When a marriage ends, the question of where each party will live when they part ways is one of the most immediate concerns. But, for those who prefer to buy a property rather than rent, this can present an issue. Is it even possible to purchase property before all...

When parting ways, many couples are concerned with splitting shared assets. But what about liabilities or debts? Student loans are often one of the biggest debt loads held by individuals in North Carolina, and they often come into play in a divorce. The decision about...

For a time, some people think they can have it all in life. They want the fancy job, the big house, the nice car, and a spouse and kids. While this may seem like the ideal life, it is often difficult to keep up with all of those aspects in reality. While you may have...

Almost everyone going through a divorce looks forward to the day that the legal process can finally be considered “done.” But, sometimes, issues can pop up even after a divorce settlement is reached; for example, a forgotten account can be discovered, or a spouse can...

For many North Carolina families, pets are a major conundrum when ending a marriage. Who “gets” a beloved dog or cat can be one of the most emotional issues in a divorce, and it can lead to significant conflict between parties. There are a few things individuals and...

Going through a messy divorce may never have been your end goal, and having to work extra hard to ensure that you still have ample time with your kids after the divorce likely never even crossed your mind. After all, you are their parent, and you feel that you should...