In North Carolina, the laws regarding alimony and equitable distribution, which is the division of assets and debts acquired during a marriage when a couple divorces, can be complex. When married couples divorce, the courts consider what is fair and equitable, but not...
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Divorce Trends in 2024: How Economic Instability Is Affecting Marriages
In today’s ever-changing world, many couples are finding themselves facing new and unexpected challenges. Among these is the significant impact of economic instability on marriages. As we work our way through 2024, it's important to understand how these financial...
Co-Parenting in a Post-Pandemic World: Navigating New Challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped our lives in numerous ways, presenting new challenges and forcing us to adapt to a range of unprecedented circumstances. For divorced or divorcing parents in North Carolina, these changes can complicate co-parenting arrangements that...
Who Gets Alimony/Spousal Support in a North Carolina Divorce?
Deciding whether to get a divorce is a complex and emotional process. It is one that takes time and benefits from information. When it comes to financial matters like alimony (“spousal support”), you need to know what to expect. If you're considering divorce in North...
What Are the Leading Reasons for Divorce?
A classic study highlighted recently by Psychology Today provides bedrock insights into some of the main reasons people divorce. Although the study is more than 20 years old, it continues to be influential and is still relevant today. In 1997, researchers collected...
Remote Work Revolution: Navigating Child Custody in North Carolina
Since 2020, remote work has transformed from a necessity to a preferred arrangement for many parents. At Scott Law Group, we've witnessed firsthand how this shift is reshaping family law and custody arrangements in North Carolina. Opportunities and Challenges Remote...
When Should I Go Back to a North Carolina Court for Child Custody Issues?
Navigating child custody issues can be one of the most challenging aspects of family law for parents in North Carolina. Whether you're dealing with repeated violations of an existing custody order or changing circumstances that affect your current arrangement,...
Got Marital Debt? Who’s Responsible for What Debts When You Divorce in North Carolina?
If you're in North Carolina and thinking about divorce, you might be wondering, "What happens to our debts?" It's a crucial question and knowing the answer can help you plan your next steps more confidently. In a North Carolina divorce, marital property and divorce...
Been Served? 3 Steps to Take When You Receive Divorce Papers in North Carolina.
Receiving divorce papers, even if not entirely unexpected, can stir a mix of emotions and questions about the future. Knowing the right steps to take can provide some stability and clarity during this challenging time. Here are three important steps to consider if you...
How Should I Dress for My North Carolina Court Date?
What should you wear when you have a court hearing in your North Carolina divorce or family law case? It’s more important than you may think. Judges have certain expectations for how people should dress for court, and it’s good to know what those expectations are....
