FAYETTEVILLE FAMILY LAW BLOG
What is collaborative divorce
The aftermath of divorce can be very expensive in both time and money. Many people worried about how much child support they may need to pay or how much they will receive. There is also the issue of alimony. However, many people are unaware of how expensive the actual...
What documents can reveal hidden assets?
Ideally, a divorced parent will be upfront about how much he or she earns in order to provide the other spouse with a fair amount of child support. But you might suspect your ex-spouse is concealing income in order to lower the child support that you receive. If you...
Dividing military pensions during divorce
Between potential deployments, base housing and various military benefits, there is a lot to think about when pursuing a divorce as a member or a spouse of a member of the armed services. One item that deserves special attention is division of military pensions. Even...
How does North Carolina determine domestic violence?
U.S. courts take domestic violence cases very seriously. A charge of domestic violence does not indicate any single instance of abuse, but many cases of abuse over a period of time. These unclear patterns can sometimes make domestic violence difficult to identify or...
Common reasons men consider divorce
Recently, we investigated common reasons why women initiate divorces in North Carolina. We found that women often choose to leave a marriage because of economic concerns, archaic gender role disputes and emotional issues. Men, too, cite specific reasons for a failing...
Who is Responsible For Student Loan Debt During a Divorce?
The complicated process of divorce becomes even more complex when one or both parties have student loan debt. The handling of student loans during the divorce process is growing all too common. In North Carolina and across the US, the average age of a first-time...
Do you need to establish paternity for child custody?
North Carolina fathers have a decision to make if unmarried. The state considers married men to be the father of their wife's child by default. After signing the birth certificate, they do not need to do anything else. Unmarried men need to go through a few more...
Frequently asked questions about restraining orders
People subjected to domestic violence in North Carolina can file for a restraining order, otherwise known as Domestic Violence Protective Order. These orders are intended to keep the target of violence safe and ensure the perpetrator is sufficiently punished if the...
The problem with Disneyland Dads and Mall Moms
While your divorce in Fayetteville affects a drastic change in your life, it is important to remember that it has an equally extensive impact on your kids. You should thus remain committed to being the best parent possible to help them adjust to their new situation....
Overcoming parental alienation
Fathers may get a bad rep after divorce. Their schedules, whether they work in the military or elsewhere, may not give them the freedom to see their children as often as they would like. Providing for children should not taint their view of either parent. If you are...
