Resolving custody disagreements can be a challenge for parents in North Carolina. They may both have the same priorities, which typically include maximizing the amount of time with the children. As such, it may be difficult to reach an amicable agreement regarding the...
For many North Carolina couples, retirement accounts hold the bulk of marital wealth. From 401(k)s to pensions, you should know which accounts the state may divide. This knowledge can help protect the future you have built. How are retirement accounts treated in North...
Christmas and birthdays can be complicated for divorcing parents of minor children. There's the question of where and how the kids will celebrate those days, and the potential complications of gift giving While many co-parents do their shopping separately, with each...
Many people enter divorce with assumptions that may not match reality. These myths can shape your expectations and complicate an already stressful process. Myth 1: Divorce is always a bitter fight You may hear that every divorce turns into a courtroom showdown. That...
Prenuptial agreements can address a variety of practical yet personal concerns. Spouses may agree to treat certain assets as separate property or to divide marital resources and income in a specific manner. Prenuptial agreements can help spouses avoid conflict during...
Do you have an estate plan? If you don’t, then why not use the New Year as an incentive to get one in place? It’s as good a tactic as any to complete a task you probably know you need to get ticked off. Here are a couple of things to think about over the next few...
Anyone who has ever stared at a pay stub filled with acronyms knows that compensation can get confusing fast. Stock options, RSUs and bonuses often feel like alphabet soup until divorce enters the picture. Then they become more than lines on a pay stub. They turn into...
Divorce is often a time when emotions can run high and clarity feels completely out of reach. Even people with the intention of having an amicable divorce can find themselves reacting in ways they never thought they would. Stress, uncertainty and fear can make small...
Prenuptial agreements are marital contracts. Engaged couples negotiate terms before committing to one another. Doing so may lead to a stronger marriage. The need to discuss expectations ahead of time can help spouses ensure that they are on the same page. If the...
As a divorced parent, there may come a time in the future when you want to relocate. Some of it may just depend on the age of your children. If you get divorced when your child is 16, you may simply live in the same home for the next two years, and then you do not...