Planning for Remarriage: What You Need to Know

If you’re considering marrying again, then it is certain that your previous marriage(s) ended in divorce. As such, you’ve likely learned many important lessons about yourself, and your relationships. However, we have seen that despite the fact that many of our clients have married before, and have had those marriages end in a negative way, they still fail to properly plan for their subsequent marriages, meaning many Read More

Invisible Pain: How to Recognize the Signs of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence has been described as a silent epidemic. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, a woman is beaten or assaulted every nine seconds in America. The Coalition has also reported that one in three women and one in four men have been physically abused by an intimate partner. It’s highly likely that you know someone who has been brutalized in this manner, whether you know it or not. Read More

4 Tips on How to Discuss Hate, Bigotry, and Violence in the Headlines with Your Children

Every time we turn on the television, visit a news website, or even glance at a newspaper headline in the supermarket checkout line, we’re faced with yet another act of bigotry and hate. Some of the most recent headlines that come to mind are: One shooter guns down dozens in a gay nightclub in Orlando Another kills African-American parishioners in Charleston, South Carolina during a Bible study at their church Read More

5 Back to School Tips for Newly Divorced Parents

It’s already August, and time for the kids to go back to school! This is a challenging time for any family, but when you’re a newly single parent, the hurdles may seem larger than normal, even when your former spouse is mostly supportive. To keep things on track and in perspective, we are pleased to offer five back to school tips that can save time, reduce stress, and help your children adjust. Listen to Your Read More

5 Ways to De-Escalate High-Conflict Custody Battles

Few situations evoke such bitterness, anger, and passion as a battle for child custody. When parents are unable to solve their differences in an amicable or even civil manner, the result is a high-conflict custody case. Intense emotions, verbal and even physical aggression, and an inability to properly communicate can create an ugly situation that no child should ever experience. Unfortunately, in their desire to Read More

Domestic Violence and Divorce: Understanding the Impact on Custody Proceedings

Unfortunately, domestic violence is becoming an epidemic in American society, destroying relationships and damaging the estimated three million children who witness parental abuse every year. When parties separate and domestic violence has taken place, the court must determine child custody based on what arrangement is best for the child’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Make no mistake about it: being Read More

LGBT Families and the Importance of Stepparent Adoption (Even If You’re on the Child’s Birth Certificate)

When U.S. District Court Judge Max Cogburn ruled in October 2014 that the ban on same sex marriage in North Carolina was unconstitutional, same sex marriage finally became legal within the state.That ruling was a massive step forward towards full equality for LGBT couples and families. But here we are, almost 3 years later, and North Carolina has not updated the state’s domestic statutes to reflect the reality of Read More

4 Benefits of Signing a Marital Settlement Agreement in North Carolina

While divorce is rarely a happy occasion, it does not have to be acrimonious by default. When you and your spouse are able to work through any residual sadness, anger, and disappointment, it is possible to work out the terms of the divorce in a marital settlement agreement, or MSA for short. MSAs are a cooperative alternative to divorce litigation. They consist of a written document that spells out the key terms of Read More

A Brief Introduction to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)

At one time, couples who could not have children of their own for whatever reason had two choices: stay childless or adopt. Now, thanks to advances in medical technology, parents who were formerly unable to conceive can take advantage of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), which has paved the way for many new options for growing a family. There are many forms of assisted reproductive technology. The most common Read More

Asset Concealment & Divorce: 5 Red Flags to Watch For

When a marriage is headed for divorce, it is not unusual for one spouse to hide assets, usually money, from the other. This is especially common in situations where one partner was primarily responsible for paying bills, making investments, and managing cash flow. They conceal money and property, falsify expenses and debts, and pull other moves to ensure that the other spouse gets as little as possible. If you have Read More