Concord Legal Blog
Divorce survey reveals the facts about why Charlotte-area marriages end
Survey results do not always give the full picture, but they can give us a glimpse into peoples' lives and thoughts. In a recent survey of more than 300 divorced people in the Charlotte area, respondents discussed the "real" reason their marriage ended. Their answers...
Back-to-school co-parenting: how to support online learning
Back to school is always a busy time of year – arranging pick-ups from soccer practice, attending piano recitals and purchasing school supplies. But this year, it’s a whole new ballgame. Many children will be attending school 100% remotely – putting added...
How to tell your adult children that you’re divorcing
The divorce rate in the U.S. has been steadily climbing for decades. But for adults over 50, this growth has been markedly higher than other demographics. So-called “gray divorce” is 109% more common than it was in 1990. When older couples decide to part ways after...
How delinquent child support can hurt you over the long term
The economy has taken a dive in recent months. Unemployment is up, and those with jobs may feel less secure about their income stability. In such a financially precarious situation, you may be faced with some difficult choices. Do you pay your child support this...
Divorce considerations: should you keep your marital home?
You and your spouse have decided to part ways. Unless you have already outlined how your shared assets will be split – in the form of a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement – then there may be a lot that’s up in the air. You may have invested a lot of time and...
Student loan debt obligations in a North Carolina divorce
The cost of higher education is steeper than it’s ever been, and most people don’t have the funds to pay for their tuition out of pocket. Consequently, the number of Americans with student loan debt is at an all-time high: around 45 million people. In addition, the...
The importance of a co-parenting plan for the pandemic
The global pandemic has created unique stress and hurdles for each of us. For those of us with children and custody agreements to manage, these challenges may be even greater. If you’re co-parenting during the pandemic, your concerns about what your child does and...
What should North Carolina stepparents know about adoption?
When you marry someone with children from a previous relationship, you aren’t just recognizing your relationship. You are also taking an important step toward building a family. For some stepparents in North Carolina, supporting that family involves another important...
