by Angela McIlveen | Jan 1, 2012 | Divorce
There are no set guidelines for awarding alimony. The judge will review evidence of financial records, income, bills, and debts. The judge can also consider marital misconduct. Having considered all the factors including the amount the supporting spouse is capable of...
by Angela McIlveen | Jan 1, 2012 | Alimony
The court may set a specific time for alimony to expire. This decision is based on many factors including the length of the marriage and the ability of the supporting spouse to eventually be able to support him or her self. Even without a set expiration date, alimony...
by Angela McIlveen | Dec 31, 2011 | Divorce, North Carolina Law
While the exact process for filing for divorce in NC may vary by county, the basic six steps for filing for an absolute divorce are the same throughout North Carolina. Six Steps to File for Divorce in NC1) Draft the Divorce Complaint, 2) Verify the Divorce Complaint...
by Angela McIlveen | Dec 31, 2011 | Child Custody, Child Support
Special Needs Child Support Most of the guesswork is taken out of determining how much child support is appropriate by following the NC Child Support Guidelines. These guidelines tell the judge how much basic child support is per child based on how much income the...
by Angela McIlveen | Dec 30, 2011 | Child Custody
Paternity of a child can be established in several ways. When a child is born in an NC hospital the hospital provides an opportunity for the parents to sign an Affidavit Of Parentage For Child Born Out Of Wedlock (DHHS-1660). This form, which is identical to the...
