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New NC Child Support Guidelines
New child support guidelines are required to go into effect on 1 October 2010 but will likely be delayed until 1 January 2011. It is expected... Read More
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Now or Later: Dividing military pensions upon divorce
Spouses receive the marital portion of private and military pensions either during equitable distribution or at retirement.
Changing the name of your baby
The only way a child’s name can be changed in North Carolina is if both parents agree
Choosing a surname for your baby
A person’s name represents their identity. The act of choosing a name for your baby is a very personal decision. Who has the right to... Read More
Civil No Contact Orders can help protect victims
Defendant has harassed plaintiffs within the meaning of N.C. Gen.Stat. § 50C-1(6) and (7) by knowingly publishing electronic or computerized transmissions directed at plaintiffs that torments, terrorizes, or terrifies plaintiffs and serves no legitimate purpose.
Local news story reminds us of Contract Law remedies (breach of promise to marry)
In addition to dealing with prenuptial agreements -- some designed to help preserve a marriage -- attorneys may now be helping couples deal with the legal issues associated with planning their wedding.
Is divorce contagious?
I just read an ABC News Story which covers a new research study that suggests divorce is contagious. I am not sure I agree with the research. The... Read More
Retroactive pay available for some troops
$423 Million is left in this program.
Eunice H. Chapman’s Legislative Divorce
In the early 1800’s a woman by the name of Eunice H. Chapman made history in family law. The events leading to her achievement were... Read More
Plan ahead to survive the incompetency and guardianship process
The number of persons aged 65+ in North Carolina increased 25.7% between 2000 and 2010. Between 2010 and 2030, North Carolina’s 65+ population is... Read More
The Adoption Tax Credit and you
Adoption is not just for the wealthy and Hollywood elite anymore. Adoption is now more affordable then ever with new and improved federal tax credits... Read More
Custody and Religion: To what lengths may a Court in North Carolina consider religion in determining the custody arrangement that is in the child’s best interest
“[a] parent … has a fundamental constitutional right to religious freedom under the First Amendment, yet judges may consider the spiritual welfare of a child,... Read More
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