FAMILY LAW BLOG
It’s Not TV, It’s Family Law
When I first meet my clients, most of them have no experience with the legal system. If they do, it was for a speeding ticket which they either immediately paid, or had an attorney handle quickly. Moreover, on many occasions, I have represented clients whose only...
The Cohabitation Agreement
With the evolving and changing nature of relationships, many couples are beginning to look at the legal implications of living together long-term, without getting married. To protect their acquired assets, some couples are turning to cohabitation agreements. I was...
3 Tips Your Day in Court
As an attorney, I spend a lot of time in court. When I arrive at the courthouse, I notice immediately that many people are not dressed appropriately. It’s not just one demographic, or age, or race. Across the board, many people who enter our courthouse do so...
Equitable Distribution Affidavit
In NC, if there is a claim for equitable distribution then both parties are required to file an equitable distribution affidavit. The affidavit requires the parties to list all property and debts acquired during the marriage. Each county may have its own required...
Can My Marriage Be Annulled?
When it comes to the dissolution of a marriage, I get the following inquiry all of the time. I have been married to my spouse for just a short time. Things are not working out at all. Can I get an annulment? In most cases, my answer is, it depends. I need more...
Annulment Myths Debunked
North Carolina is not a fan of annulment and if you are seeking to annul your marriage then you better have a good reason. They are many misconceptions about annulment and this article will distinguish the facts from the myths. The law in North Carolina provides 6...
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
“We need to talk." If you have ever heard those 4 little words then you know the feeling that follows. Your heart starts beating faster, and not in a good way. Your stomach drops to the floor and you think that you might actually lose your lunch. It’s not a...
How Much Child Support Pay?
You are no longer in a relationship with the other parent of your children. The two of you have tried your best to ensure the children do not feel the turmoil and animosity between the parents. Hopefully, the two of you have even created a workable parenting...
Green Cards, Marriage & Divorce
It’s almost impossible to convey the complexity of immigration laws in the United States and marriage-based immigration is no different. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the government agency that oversees lawful immigration unto the U.S....
What Is An Annulment?
An annulment is an action that legally cancels a marriage. Basically, following an annulment, it is as though the marriage never legally existed. Does my marriage qualify for an annulment? The first step when seeking an annulment is to find a qualified, experienced...