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How do Courts Determine Child Custody?
What does the Court look at to determine child custody? The Court can consider anything which may be relevant to what custodial schedule is in the child’s best interest. These…
Read MoreWhat do Separation Agreements Cover?
What issues can we cover in a Separation Agreement? You can address all issues arising from your marriage and separation except you cannot contract about getting an absolute divorce. You…
Read MoreAm I Entitled to Alimony?
What is alimony and can I get it? Alimony is spousal support, i.e. support for either spouse over and above child support. You may be entitled to alimony if you…
Read MoreThe Year Long Separation
Can my spouse and I agree we have been separated for over a year? In other words, if we agree, does it matter when one of us actually moves out…
Read MoreHow long must I be separated before I can file for divorce?
In N.C. you have to live physically separate and apart for one year before filing for divorce. You can work to resolve all other issues, such as child custody, child…
Read MoreSocial Media and Divorce
Cautions on the Use of Social Media for Divorcing Spouses and Parties in Child Custody Proceedings As a family law practitioner I feel compelled to offer some advice concerning the…
Read MoreHow Much is Your Pet Worth To You?
Reflections on a Recent NC Appellate Case Should we be able to recover monetary damages for the loss of our pet? If so, how is the pet’s value determined? Does…
Read MoreIs Mediation Negotiation Admissible?
If my case goes to trial, will the Judge hear about what we discussed at the mediation? No. The negotiations that occur as part of a mediation are confidential and…
Read MoreWhat if Mediation doesn’t work?
What if my case is not resolved through mediation? If you are not successful at mediation, you and the other party, and/or your attorneys can continue to negotiate. If negotiations…
Read MoreWhat if My Spouse Won’t Negotiate?
Can one spouse quit during the mediation? Mediation is a voluntary process. There is nothing about mediation that requires a definitive resolution. This can be beneficial in allowing parties to…
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