Since property settlements can be very complicated, a lawyer can help you decide which of your belongings are marital property and which are separate property, and advise you as to how the court will divide that property.

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The exact attorney fee will vary with the services you require. Many law firms charge their clients a certain fee per hour. It is difficult for these attorneys to accurately predict the cost or your fee because they do not know precisely how much time it will take to complete your case.

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No matter who initiates a divorce and whether or not you see it coming the process is always very difficult. By having an understanding of what goes on in a divorce and of what you can do to help

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“Ask yourself,” I said to Doug, “these two questions: Can I genuinely say that I am working to be the best father I can be for my child? And, can I genuinely say that I am doing

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Child Custody in North Carolina is often—and usually best—settled by a voluntary agreement between the parents. Only a small percentage of child custody disputes are decided in a

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Here is a selection of books many of our clients have found helpful. Starred selections are rated as top choices.

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My Child Knows Where He Wants To Live: Does My Child Get To Live With Me or My Ex-Spouse, If That’s What the Child Wants?
Depending on both the quality of your family relationships and

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HOW CAN WE PREPARE OUR KIDS FOR DIVORCE?
The Lucy Daniels Center
Q: We are the parents of a 4-year-old girl and a 7-year-old old son who do not know about our plans to separate and divorce. We

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Child custody in North Carolina is often ­ and usually best ­ settled by a voluntary agreement between the parents.In fact, only a small percentage of child custody disputes are

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Parenting Coordinators: Teach a Man to FishIt is widely known that a hard-fought custody battle between two parents can become adversarial, antagonistic and hostile. One of the small ironies of these

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“A mom or a dad who doesn’t have custody can literally tuck children into bed at night, and read a story one-on-one over the Internet. It changes everything in terms of the possibilities for

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The first thing you need is a solid understanding of how divorce law works in North Carolina. This article describes the basic substance of separation and marital dissolution law in North

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These are the five things you must do before you act on any thoughts you have about divorce. These steps are specific to North Carolina divorce, but can be applied to divorce in most states. It’s important to be certain that you have done the things you need to do to feel good about your [...]

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There’s no other way to say it: Using a lawyer can make a genuine difference in how you feel during the process of separation and divorce. A lawyer who truly listens to you and responds appropriately can greatly reduce your fears, uncertainty and confusion. A lawyer who doesn’t listen to you, or who botches your [...]

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Divorce in North Carolina can be a complex process. This guide offers some insight into the divorce procedures and legislation in North Carolina, with examples. Choose from the links below to jump to the sections of this page that you are interested in viewing or simply scroll down the page.

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