by Scott Allen | Oct 4, 2017 | Divorce, Family Law
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 The doctrine of necessaries that North Carolina has arose out of the legal duty of the husband to provide for the expenses of his wife. Today, it equally applies to both spouses. A spouse can be held held liable for the necessary...
by Scott Allen | Aug 11, 2017 | Family Law, Separation Agreements
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 When I get asked about a legal separation in North Carolina, I usually answer by explaining a bit about separation agreements. A separation agreement is a contract that can resolve issues between the parties...
by Scott Allen | Apr 28, 2017 | Family Law, Raleigh
Domestic violence is a part of many marriages and relationships. It is a sad reality that what should be loving and caring relationships have violence as a frequent component. Fortunately for those who live in Wake County and Raleigh, North Carolina, there are many...
by Scott Allen | Feb 21, 2017 | Discovery and Depositions, Family Law, Family Law Library
Call Scott Allen at (919) 863-4183 Rule of Civil Procedure 45 is where you will find the rules related to subpoenas in North Carolina. In 2011, the NC General Assembly amended Rule 45. One of the amendments that is very important relates to obtaining discovery from...
by Scott Allen | Nov 19, 2016 | Child Custody, Family Law
Temporary child custody is an important component of the trial court’s powers to protect children in North Carolina. Temporary custody in NC is covered by statutes found in Chapter 50. A temporary custody order is often entered by NC courts. Often this occurs...
