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What is a Grey Divorce?

People of all ages file for divorce in North Carolina. However, the divorce rate among older adults is rising. Older adults have often been married for a long time, which can create challenging issues for dividing property, alimony, estate planning, and health care. Our North Carolina divorce attorneys discuss the unique...
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How Equitable Distribution Works in a North Carolina Divorce

What does equitable distribution actually mean in a North Carolina divorce? It means fair, not necessarily equal. Courts begin with a presumption that marital property should be divided 50/50, but they regularly deviate from that split based on each spouse’s financial situation, contributions to the marriage, and other factors. 
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NC Divorce FAQs

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. 
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Protecting Your Finances During Divorce: Important Tips for North Carolina Residents

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...
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The Impact of Adultery on Divorce in North Carolina: Legal Consequences and Considerations

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...
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