North Carolina Divorce Law – Raleigh Divorce Lawyer
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WHERE TO LIVE WHILE YOU AND YOUR SPOUSE ARE SEPARATED? If you are considering a divorce in North Carolina then you probably already know that you must be separated for one year before you can file for Absolute Divorce. This means you may need to go house hunting for a short-term rental which only […]
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Modern Advancements in Spy Technology in NC and What to Lookout For Privacy is a hot button topic in our society these days. It seems like every new gadget, household item, or children’s toy is now coming equipped with “smart” technology. These interactive and intelligent devices bring with them a level of weariness about their […]
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During your marriage, you and your ex most likely comingled funds and budgeted together. These are sound marital practices, but divorce puts you in a position that requires an in-depth review of the income, expenses, and assets that you and your ex brought to the marriage and forces you to make important decisions with lasting […]
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Your ex’s credit card bill may not be the first thought that crosses your mind when getting divorced, however you may be responsible for that bill and other debts incurred by your ex if they are found to be “marital debts”. Just like physical property obtained during your marriage, debt can be a marital asset […]
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Alienation of affection, or the claim that an intervening adulterer has ruined your marriage, is a remnant of an older perspective on marriage. Today, this legal right remains in only a few states, North Carolina being one of the last to hear these claims. If you are going through a divorce due to your spouse’s […]
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If your partner has been unfaithful in your marriage, there are often more pains than just the initial shock of the infidelity. Many couples struggle to return to the same level of love, trust, and security found in the beginning of their marriage after a spouse’s affair. Additionally, if you are a victim of a spouse’s […]
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Child custody statutes. Click one to see an in depth description. § 50-11.1. Children born of voidable marriage legitimate. § 50-11.2. Judgment provisions pertaining to care, custody, tuition and maintenance of minor children. § 50‑13.1. Action or proceeding for custody of minor child. § 50-13.2. Who entitled to custody; terms of custody; visitation rights of […]
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Property statutes – click one to be taken to an expanded definition. § 50-20. Distribution by court of marital and divisible property upon divorce § 50-20.1. Pension and retirement benefits § 50-21. Procedures in actions for equitable distribution of property; sanctions for purposeful and prejudicial delay § 50-20. Distribution by court of marital and divisible […]
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Alimony Statutes. Click on a statute title for the full text. § 50-16.10. Alimony without action. § 50-16.1A. Definitions § 50-16.2A. Postseparation support § 50-16.3A. Alimony (16 factors) § 50-16.4. Counsel fees in actions for alimony, postseparation support § 50-16.6. When alimony, postseparation support, counsel fees not payable § 50-16.7. How alimony and postseparation support […]
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Domestic violence is a painful and often traumatic experience that victims do not want to relive once they finally leave. When you have children with your abuser however, it may feel like you are forced to continue to endure the trauma of the abusive relationship even after divorce. In many cases parents are ordered to […]
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