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5 common back-to-school issues for divorced or divorcing parents
The first day of school can be challenging for any parent, but even more so for divorced or separated parents who now have to co-parent. If this is your first time navigating the school year as co-parents, don’t worry – with some planning and communication,…
Do I have to list my ex-spouse on my child’s school forms?
In North Carolina, as in most states, the law favors joint legal custody for divorced or separated parents. This means that generally, both parents have equal rights when it comes to making major decisions about their children’s health, education, and welfare. However, having joint legal…
I’m divorced and I’m moving in with a new partner. Can my ex stop me?
One of the most challenging things that happen to co-parents after divorce is that one of them gets involved with a new partner. It brings up all sorts of thoughts and fears on both sides. Unfortunately, some divorced parents strongly disapprove of their exes’ new…
Divorcing later in life? Co-parenting in healthy ways
Divorce later in life, often referred to as “gray divorce,” has become increasingly common in recent years. Experts predict that divorce after 50 will continue to grow, with numbers doubling between 1990 and 2015. While contemplating divorce after the children have reached adulthood may seem…
What is a ‘sleep divorce’ and does it predict actual divorce?
A sleep divorce is when a married couple decides they must sleep in separate beds or bedrooms. It’s one solution to the many common problems couples face that keep them from sleeping well together. Is sleeping together absolutely necessary for a happy marriage? No, according…
Will my inheritance be divided in my divorce?
If you are getting divorced in North Carolina, the answer is no, generally not. Property inherited by one spouse before or during the marriage is considered separate property, not marital property. Only marital property is divided in a North Carolina divorce. Furthermore, unlike in some…
5 things to do before a hearing if you have experienced domestic violence
Navigating the court system after experiencing domestic violence can be an incredibly challenging and overwhelming process. The unfortunate truth is that the American court system wasn’t designed with the ease and support victims deserve. That does not mean, however, that a domestic violence victim won’t…
Your rights when CPS removes your child in North Carolina
If Child Protective Services (CPS) has taken your child or children, you must be frantic with worry. Know that you do have rights. If you want to regain custody of your children, you will need to develop a plan, approved by CPS and the court,…
Are child support orders enforced across state lines?
Yes. All 50 states, including North Carolina, have passed a law called the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA), which makes it possible to quickly enforce child support orders across state lines, when necessary. The UIFSA simplified the process for doing so, as well. The…
Have you experienced financial infidelity in your marriage?
It’s much more common than you might think. One spouse hides a stash of money from the other – or incurs a debt the other spouse never agreed to. It’s called “financial infidelity.” The act of financial deception can not only undermine trust but also…
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