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Who must agree for a North Carolina stepparent adoption to occur?

A stepparent can play almost the exact same role as a biological or legal parent. They will live with their stepchild and provide them with food, clothing and other basic…

Reasons some people delay divorce

There are often cases where people get divorced and then afterward say they wish they had done it much sooner. They were putting it off for some reason, but now…

2 steps to help you prepare for your divorce

Deciding to get a divorce isn’t easy, largely because of all the changes it will bring. Once you realize that this is going to happen, however, you need to ensure…

3 concerns unique to older divorcing couples

These days, when couples become empty nesters or retire, they sometimes realize that the person they’ve spent most of their adult lives with isn’t the person they want to spend…

2 questions to help you prepare for life after divorce

You don’t have to stay in your marriage forever because you did all the paperwork at a courthouse and said a few vows about commitment. Marriage isn’t as eternal as…

Is your ex struggling with substance abuse?

The relationship with your ex just wasn’t meant to be. You’ve divorced and decided to go your separate ways. However, you have children, so there will always be some sort…

Can your child choose where to live after a divorce?

An interesting fact about North Carolina is that the court will hear a child’s wishes when they’re old enough to make them known. In your divorce case, this is important,…

Traveling with your child to another state for vacation

Like many parents, you may be planning a summer vacation out of state with your children. This can be a fun and exciting time for the whole family, but it’s…

Divorce with multiple children can pose unique challenges

Going through a divorce is a challenging situation for an adult, but it’s even more difficult when you have children involved. Having more than one child when you’re in the…

3 behaviors that may constitute dissipation in family court

When married couples divorce, they have to separate their finances. Property division can be straightforward when couples already agree about what is appropriate or fair. It could also become a…

Financial mistakes to avoid during your divorce

Divorce means that almost every aspect of your life will change. This includes your financial situation. Unfortunately, if you aren’t sure how to protect yourself and safeguard your finances, you…

What is a child’s best interest in a divorce?

A court will look to do what is in the child’s best interests when determining custody in a divorce. It is a vague concept that will vary from family to…

How do you address a co-parent who doesn’t show up for the kids?

Co-parenting with your ex after the end of your relationship will be a challenge even if both of you commit to being respectful and focusing on the kids. If your…

Prenuptial agreements are an increasingly common marriage tool

Some people think of prenuptial agreements as a couple planning ahead for the failure of their relationship. However, many people now think of prenuptial agreements as a form of insurance.…

The reason you need a QDRO to split your retirement account

Equitable distribution in a divorce helps protect everyone. Since the goal is fairness, spouses have an opportunity to ask for consideration based on issues ranging from health concerns to the…