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Millennial newlyweds bring new outlook to marital finances
Traditionally, establishing a joint bank account with your spouse when you get married has been seen as a sign of trust. Conversely, drafting a prenuptial agreement with your betrothed has…
Three decisions that can increase your chance of divorce
Getting married is any exciting time for any couple. You’re deeply in love, and you’re embarking on a new chapter of your lives together. It seems like you’re floating on…
Why the terms of your prenup could change in 2019
We recently posted an article on the implications of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on alimony—and how this change in the lawmay affect divorcing couples. Starting in 2019, the…
Why it can pay—literally—to divorce before the end of the year
State laws surrounding divorce vary widely across the country, and are often open to change. Federal laws affecting divorce, on the other hand, are comparatively stable. However, there is one…
Divorced parents face new challenges in back to school season
Keeping up with children is hard. With kids now returning to school, knowing what supplies to buy and what fashion statements to avoid is a challenge for every parent. When…
The basics of North Carolina property division
The concept of property division can seem simple and straightforward. A couple decides to divorce, and they must divide their property. Something that sounds so easy in theory, however can…
Back to school can be difficult for children after a divorce
A divorce is hard on everyone involved. Even in the most problematic relationships where two spouses cannot wait to be legally divorced, the legal process adds unique stress. While adults…
Keeping your career on track during divorce
Even if the decision to divorce was mutual, it will still impact your life in significant ways. You can have the most amicable divorce possible, but still get distracted by…
Student loans and debt can drive couples apart
Marriage is a partnership between two individuals. No matter what how love-stricken and ready you may feel going into a marriage, life as a couple is different than life as…
The advantages of being the first to file for divorce
Marriages can disintegrate in a variety of ways. One spouse may be unhappy for a long time, while the other may not even realize there’s a problem. In other cases,…
School supplies: who pays when parents are separated or divorced?
Your kids are probably not excited about summer ending and going back to school – and there is a good chance you are not thrilled about the new school year…
A guide to social media and divorce
Facebook has grown so popular that it may seem like second nature to post frequent updates about your life, including your divorce. While it may not seem like a big…
North Carolina parental rights for children born out of wedlock
When a married couple has a child together, the parental rights are pretty cut and dried. But what happens when an unmarried couple has a child? The laws for such…
Is a parenting coordinator a good option for my divorce?
No one hopes for a divorce. If you’re facing this reality, you’re probably not happy about it. Even if your rational mind realizes it’s best for you and your partner…
When you’re going through a divorce, your dog’s hurting too.
You and your spouse have decided to call it quits. You’re probably busy divvying up your possessions, making claims on shared friends and sorting out your alimony. What you probably…
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