FAYETTEVILLE FAMILY LAW BLOG
Creating a child-focused parenting schedule
When parents in North Carolina who are getting a divorce have joint custody of their children, they need to create a parenting schedule. This should be designed with the best interests of the children as the focus. Logistics Parents should think about what their...
What to know about child custody and visitation
After a breakup or divorce, you may want to pursue sole custody of your children. However, it is important to understand that there are two types of custody rights that you or your child's other parent may obtain. Furthermore, a North Carolina judge will likely grant...
Should you request spousal support as part of your divorce?
Sometimes, people are reluctant to request spousal support or alimony payments. They might worry that doing so will make them look greedy or lazy. The fact is, if you have made sacrifices so your ex could have a career outside of the home, there’s nothing wrong with...
Fayeteville, NC Alimony Law
Many divorcees may not realize is that there are circumstances that can prompt the need for an alimony modification. The supporting spouse may have lost his or her job or received a large raise, or the receiving spouse can remarry or have a change in their income....
What to do when a child wants to live with the other parent
A child custody agreement isn't always permanent. After the divorce has finalized, the child might decide that they want to live with the other parent. While the custodial parent might have their reasons for not wanting their child to live with their former spouse,...
Is nesting right for us?
Co-parenting is the most common variety of child custody arrangement after a divorce in the modern courtroom. However, there are many difficulties that come along with co-parenting. One of them is moving children between two separate residences. Many families choose a...
Parents may include medical insurance in NC child support
Parents of children with a chronic illness might worry about the cost of health care after separating. The primary custodial parent might become burdened with the health care costs if the non-custodial parent does not chip in. Even in the case of perfectly healthy...
The right attorney is important when getting a divorce
Divorce is a disruptive event for any North Carolina family from the time of the initial communication breakdown to the point where divorce is imminent. This is even more true in families with young children who do not understand what is happening. Not only is the...
Unique features of domestic violence against transgender people
Regardless of your gender identity or sexual orientation, you could be at risk for domestic violence. In fact, your risk as a member of the LGBT+ community may be even greater than that for your cisgender and heterosexual counterparts. However, domestic violence does...
What is the USFSPA?
Divorce often takes place in a courthouse near where you live. But what if you or your spouse is abroad and actively servicing in the military? What benefits and pay count as property? The North Carolina bar helps answer these questions by explaining the Uniformed...
