If you’re filing for divorce or a determination of custody case in North Carolina, you may have little choice but to try mediation because the courts will refer you to it. That’s not a bad thing. Settling your custody issues out of court is usually best, and mediation...
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3 tips for better communication during and after divorce
As you wind down your marriage, it will become increasingly clear that communication is key to your success. That will continue to be the case once your divorce is over if you share children with your ex. You may wonder if you and your ex will be able to communicate...
What future issues should be addressed when negotiating a divorce agreement?
Honestly, it’s tempting not to peer into a crystal ball when you’re negotiating a divorce agreement. Most people find the divorce process draining and even distressing. It’s not fun. It’s hard. You want it over with. Getting an agreement done as soon as possible can...
To help your kids, should you and your co-parent consider ‘nesting’?
When people consider divorce, they tend to focus on how it would affect the children, and rightly so. No one wants to make things harder for their kids, and a divorce is stressful for everyone. How can you help your kids understand that you will still be a family...
What should I ask for in child custody mediation?
Before you can take a divorce or custody dispute to court in North Carolina, you will probably be required to go through mediation. Mediation is an informal but legally binding method of dispute resolution. A neutral third party called a mediator will listen to the...
5 big benefits of divorce and child custody mediation
In North Carolina, the courts look favorably upon people trying to resolve disputes amongst themselves. They encourage settlement of all legal issues, where possible, and people are generally more satisfied with a negotiated resolution than one handed down by a judge....
My pets are family. What will happen to them in my divorce?
You’re not alone in considering your pets to be family members. An American Veterinary Medical Association study found that 85% of dog owners and 76% of cat owners think of their pets as family. That could mean for some tough choices in your divorce. Fortunately or...
4 things to know about divorcing later in life
It used to be quite rare for people over 50 to divorce, but times are changing. Between 1990 and 2009, the divorce rate among people 50 and older doubled. In 1990, the divorce rate among that group was about 1 in 10. By 2009, it was one in four. So if you’re...
How long does it really take to get a divorce in North Carolina?
We hate to do it to you, but the answer is “it depends.” There are a lot of factors at work in determining how long a divorce will take. Some of them you can control, while others may be unavoidable. First, there are time limits in the law. To get divorced in North...
How do I find the right divorce attorney?
If you’re considering divorce, you are probably wondering how to choose the right divorce attorney. You’re looking online and perhaps asking around. It’s important to determine just what you’re looking for in a divorce lawyer and how you envision your divorce going....
