Concord Legal Blog
After divorce: how to make happy holiday memories with your kids
The first year after a divorce can be especially painful – particularly during the holiday season. You may be feeling alone and emotionally fragile. You may be harboring resentment towards your ex – and want to use your kids against him. However, it’s important to...
What to know about modifying custody in North Carolina
Resolving child custody issues and having a custody order in place can be a relief to parents. These orders set the rules for parents and provide the framework for a new normal. However, things change and a custody order that was appropriate at one point may no longer...
Protecting your small business during a divorce
You’ve worked hard to build a successful business but are having marital struggles. You don’t want to lose the business you’ve put your tears and sweat into as part of a divorce settlement. Luckily, North Carolina is like most U.S. states in that it divides marital...
How does child support work in North Carolina?
If you are facing a divorce or are no longer in a relationship with your child's other parent, you likely have questions about the child support process in North Carolina. Either parent can request help from state Child Support Services to establish paternity, create...
Divorcing? Lower your stress with these tasty snacks
Divorce is hard—no matter how you slice it. An important chapter of your life is closing, and whether you’re experiencing heartbreak or resentment, one thing is for certain: you’re stressed. Compared to custody battles and legal fees, stress may not seem like big...
What happens to a couple’s frozen embryos if they divorce?
What does adulthood look like? Ask a child, and that child might tell you that adulthood is getting older, getting a job, getting married and having children. But neither adulthood nor life are ever so simple as children may perceive them. Many couples marry with the...
How can I protect my business in a divorce?
You’ve built a strong business that you’re proud of. It’s the greatest achievement of your career. But when you suddenly find yourself facing the prospect of divorce, you wonder what you stand to lose. The good news is there are factors that could help give you...
You’re not alone – most dads feel they don’t spend enough time with their kids
There are many difficult aspects of going through a divorce. Even if for the best, a separation marks a significant change in not only your life, but the lives of your family members. Naturally, one of the biggest worries is the children. Amid the conversations about...
How are collectibles divided in a divorce?
Going through a divorce can be an extremely challenging time. To make matters worse, you and your ex will also have to find a way to split up your treasured collectibles. Placing a value on assets such as homes and cars may be simple, but the emotional attachment can...
Timing is important for grandparents in custody dispute cases
In North Carolina, it can be difficult for grandparents to see their grandchildren after major family conflicts. As we’ve discussed in the past, both parents need to be unfit for grandparents to gain custody of their children, but simply retaining visitation rights...
