Couples preparing for divorce are usually at a low point in their relationships. They have either grown apart or gone through challenges that have caused irreversible harm to the marital relationship. Sometimes, spouses desire the catharsis that comes from litigation....
North Carolina Family Law Blog
Are you ready for the divorce process?
Divorce is a significant life change. Whether you are contemplating filing for divorce or have already started the process, preparing for those changes is a vital way to limit your stress and protect your well-being. What should be on your pre-divorce checklist? Know...
Can marital misconduct influence property division during divorce?
Those preparing for divorce in North Carolina often worry about how the end of a marriage may affect their future. Frequently, divorce proceedings can be quite expensive. Couples also need to divide their property and their debts with one another. Most people do not...
North Carolina Lawyers Weekly names Marsha Kennedy to the Family Law Power List 2023
Please join us in congratulating North Carolina family law attorney, Marsha Kennedy for being recognized by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly for her outstanding work in 2023! The magazine's annual Power List "recognizes the most respected and accomplished attorneys in an...
Financial planning for adult children with special needs
Estate planning is crucial for parents with a special needs adult child. It ensures that the child is cared for and financially secure after the parents can no longer provide support. For parents in this situation, understanding the options and implications of...
Divorcing as parents to adult children
Divorce is never easy, regardless of when it happens in life. However, divorcing as parents to adult children presents unique challenges and considerations. Therefore, knowing what to expect when going through a divorce in such a situation is crucial. Exploring the...
The fate of the family business during your divorce
Divorce is a complex and often emotional process that can impact various aspects of a couple's life, including shared business interests. When a married couple who co-owns a family business decides to divorce, questions about the future of the business inevitably...
NC Lawyers Weekly names Marsha Kennedy to the Family Law Power List 2022
Please join us in congratulating Marsha Kennedy for being recognized by North Carolina Lawyers Weekly for her outstanding work in family law! The magazine's annual Power List "recognizes the most respected and accomplished attorneys in an area of practice." In...
How to split back-to-school expenses when you’re divorced
Assuming that you and your co-parent both recognize that neither of you should have to shoulder the back-to-school costs for the kids alone, it’s time to have a conversation or two about how to handle the upcoming school year. Here are a few things you and your...
What is the role of a QDRO in a North Carolina divorce?
There are so many jargon terms used in the family court system that it may seem like a new language to someone who is new to this venue. A married adult in North Carolina contemplating divorce may understandably find all of the specialized language related to divorce...