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This blog will cover some of the questions people often have when anticipating or going through a divorce in our state. These North Carolina FAQs can address some of the issues that might concern you, but you will want to talk with North Carolina family law attorneys about your specific situation. 

Some of the steps that can protect your finances during divorce can happen years earlier, while other actions usually take place around the time of the separation. It is best to talk with North Carolina family law attorneys before taking these steps because a misstep can alter the distribution of...

North Carolina takes allegations of adultery seriously in the context of divorce. Depending on the circumstances, proof of adultery can impact alimony, child custody, and property distribution in a divorce in our state.  If you suspect that your spouse committed adultery during the marriage or that they might accuse...

A divorce is the legal process of ending a marriage. Each state sets the laws governing divorces within the state, including grounds for divorce, filing deadlines, and residency requirements. North Carolina refers to divorce as “absolute divorce.” Our North Carolina family law attorneys discuss the typical timeline for a North...

The primary difference between an uncontested divorce and a contested divorce is cooperation between the parties. Another significant difference is the time it takes to obtain each type of divorce in North Carolina. Our North Carolina family law attorneys assist clients with contested and uncontested divorces. This guide to uncontested and...

Divorce can be a tough and emotional journey, but there are options that can help make it more bearable. One such option is divorce mediation, which can often be more affordable and less adversarial than traditional divorce proceedings. To determine if divorce mediation is the best choice for you,...

Divorce is a rough road to travel, especially when your spouse just won't cooperate. This can lead to a tangled web of legal and emotional challenges. Our North Carolina divorce attorneys are here to help you untangle those knots by discussing various approaches to handling an uncooperative spouse during divorce. Let’s...

There are many different acts that can constitute marital misconduct in North Carolina. Usually, allegations of marital misconduct only arise in the context of a divorce or an action for alimony without divorce. A North Carolina family law firm could represent you if you are alleging marital misconduct...

It can be tempting to hide assets if a marriage becomes rocky and a person is worried about the future or feels that they unfairly had to do most of the income production during the marriage. There are, however, severe repercussions if a person tries to hide money or property during a...