Trying to make time for everything you need to get done when you’re a single parent is difficult, but it’s not impossible. For the most part, you will just have to ensure that you’re using your time in the most efficient manner possible. Anyone who’s in a co-parenting...
North Carolina Family Law Blog
4 myths about divorce that you need to avoid
If you’re facing divorce, it’s natural to want to learn as much as you possibly can about the process. You know how big of an impact this is going to have on your life, you probably have not been through a divorce before and it all feels foreign. You may start talking...
Should you tell your children about the divorce one at a time?
Getting divorced, of course, is a huge part of your life and a huge change. Once you and your spouse decide that you’re going to do it, you need to break the news to the children. Now, it may seem like it would be best to have these conversations one at a time. This...
Does your parenting plan cover all the major custody issues?
If you and your spouse want to make your divorce easier on your kids, you may try to arrange your own settlement outside of court. If you collaborate, you may be able to file an uncontested divorce. Not only can you avoid the expense and emotional turmoil of divorce...
How should you handle your rental property as you divorce?
If you and your spouse own a rental property, it may be a good source of income for the two of you. Whether it’s a condo on Atlantic Beach or a cabin along the Blue Ridge Parkway that you rent to vacationers or a first home that you now rent to tenants, determining...
How can you protect your children from your addicted ex?
Addiction is one of the more common reasons that people file for divorce. When your spouse spends a huge amount of money and alcohol every week, when they bring illegal drugs into your home or when they can't stop gambling, your entire family is in danger. There is...
Will dedication to your career or business cost you your marriage?
As a successful business owner, you know that only one thing brought you to that level of success: Your work ethic. You have put in an incredible amount of work, from 16-hour days to months without a day off. This is the most important thing in your life and you want...
Money really doesn’t buy happiness, especially in a marriage
Money troubles are often cited as a major reason for conflicts in a marriage. In fact, roughly 35% of all couples say that money is the biggest source of trouble in their relationships. Would it surprise you to know, however, that there’s an inverse relationship...
What needs to go into your partnership agreement?
You’ve started your own business and it’s absolutely thriving. Now, however, you feel the need to bring in a partner whose skills complement your own so that you can move onto the next stage of your company’s development. That means it is time to get a partnership...
Can I take my child to the doctor if I share joint legal custody with my co-parent?
When you were happily married, you likely didn't have to worry about taking the kids to the doctor’s office when they weren't feeling well. Divorce has a way of changing things, though. When you’re divorced, however, you most likely will share joint legal and...
