Divorce is often challenging, and its impact on your finances can be profound. Many people anticipate financial hardship following a split, but the truth is not always so grim. Depending on the circumstances, you may find that your financial situation actually...
Family Law
Does unpaid child support impact custody rights?
If your child's other parent does not pay child support in accordance with the court order, or if you have fallen behind on your child support obligations, it is important to take a close look at your options and understand how this could affect you. The state uses a...
Ways to prevent your divorce from getting too contentious
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally charged process. It is common for conflicts to arise during this time, potentially leading to a contentious and adversarial environment. However, taking proactive steps to prevent your divorce from becoming too contentious...
The details of passport denial due to child support
If you have already fallen behind on child support, you plan on getting a divorce and worry about the penalties for missing payments or you have concerns about your ability to keep paying on time, it is vital to go over the consequences you could face for becoming...
Fostering positive co-parenting: Navigating life after divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional experience for both parents and children. However, even after the end of a marriage, the responsibility of raising children continues. Developing strong co-parenting skills can help provide a stable and supportive environment...
How long does alimony last in North Carolina?
The thought of paying your ex-spouse regular spousal support might trouble you if you fear your finances will not be able to sustain it. However, alimony is not always for life. It is possible that your alimony arrangement will not last as long as you fear. According...
Is your spouse trying to hide assets?
Asset division makes up one of the hardest parts of divorce for many couples, especially those who do not have to worry about child custody or support. During asset division, one spouse may even attempt to hide assets to avoid dealing with this. How can you tell if...
How do assets contribute to divorce tensions?
Assets and finances have an undeniable tie to marriage and even divorce. In fact, problems with assets and other financial issues have a high rate of impact on marriage health and can even lead to divorce. But how do assets contribute to tension during the divorce...
What is separate versus community property?
Asset division is one of the most stressful parts of the divorce process for a large number of couples. Many simply do not know what to expect, either. A good place to start is understanding community versus separate property, which will play a big role in asset...
How do mediators help a divorce?
When going into a divorce, many couples will want to know what their options are. Some people default to taking their spouse to court, but this is not how it has to be. Instead, consider mediating through the divorce process. But how does mediation work? What do...