North Carolina Divorce Law – Raleigh Divorce Lawyer
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Here, you’ll find access to the most detailed information as it pertains to Child Custody in North Carolina.
There is much misinformation that circulates regarding the issue of child custody. If you’re here, you may have heard something about how only mothers have custody rights in North Carolina or that mothers are always awarded superior rights over the child’s father. To help dispel some of these myths, we have provided accurate information on […]
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There is much misinformation that circulates regarding the issue of fathers’ rights. Many fathers beginning the separation process are often terrified of what will happen in the custody process. Horror stories of dads losing custody of their children through seemingly no fault of their own are readily available on the internet, with whole sites dedicated […]
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Creating and operating a custody schedule is a daunting task. Anxious about the numerous “unknowns,” divorcing parents often negotiate from a fearful or hot-headed position when their children need them to be calm and secure. Discussing common custody arrangements in the course of therapy can take the mystery out of the process and the heat […]
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How to avoid court with an uncooperative ex As the field of family law has evolved over the years, mediation has emerged as a quicker, less expensive, and more private alternative to the often contentious and adversarial divorce litigation process. While North Carolina recognizes the power of parties to enter into agreements about custody and […]
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Shaunis Mercer is more than an attorney: she’s a parent coordinator, a former juvenile defender, and a mother of two. She has been an important member of our team for several years now and continues to make great strives for our clients. Here’s a closer look at her experience working with families, how becoming a […]
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Child Custody During the Holidays The Holiday season seems to come upon us quicker and quicker every year, and with it comes hectic schedules full of holiday parties and family gatherings. With all of the holiday cheer and places to be, it is important to follow your custody schedule. Child Custody schedules come in all […]
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It’s a common complaint. Attorneys are too expensive. What are all these fees for anyway? Shouldn’t this process be more affordable? We’re not going to hide this: hiring an attorney to represent you in a custody trial is a costly endeavor. Good attorneys are not cheap. And the good ones will tell you that they are worth […]
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Your head is spinning. This is all too much! Why does this have to be so hard? Why does sharing a child with someone mean that he or she can at times completely control your life? It is certainly a harsh reality to accept: two households, one child. And what if you didn’t even want to […]
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You live in North Carolina, as you have for several years. Now, though, you want to move to Florida for a great job opportunity. The neighborhood where you would live is full of children, and the schools are fantastic. There are countless extracurricular activities that your kids could participate in. Not to mention, you have […]
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When parents file a custody lawsuit, their first allegations must relate to why and how the state where they filed the case has jurisdiction to hear the matter. When it comes to minor children, a state must have jurisdiction over the child or children in question. For a state to have jurisdiction over a child, it must […]
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