by Amanda Spence | Sep 12, 2024 | Divorce, Elder Law, Family Law, Premarital Agreements
If you’re getting married later in life, there are many good reasons to sign a premarital agreement. The older you are when you get married, whether it’s a first or a subsequent marriage, the more likely you are to have accumulated assets that you want to protect in...
by Scott Allen | Apr 13, 2023 | Appellate Practice, Family Law, Family Law Library
To use a turn of phrase, the best appeal is the one you never have to take. In other words, the best time to work towards a resolution in court you are happy with is before the judge enters an order. That means hiring a good lawyer at the beginning of your case....
by Scott Allen | Apr 11, 2023 | Family Law, Family Law Library, Property Distribution
Does Equitable Distribution have a Statute of Limitations? One of the big issues in North Carolina divorce law is the timely filing of claims for equitable distribution. The rule is simple: for a party to preserve the right to ask the court to divide property, then...
by Amanda Spence | Mar 22, 2023 | Elder Law, Elder Law Resources, Family Law
If you’re separated from your spouse and contemplating divorce, updating your estate planning documents is likely the last thing on your mind. However, failing to revise or revoke a Will or Power of Attorney that you signed during your marriage could result in...
by Scott Allen | Mar 15, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law, Family Law Library
REQUIREMENTS FOR AN UNCONTESTED DIVORCE IN NORTH CAROLINA Under North Carolin law an uncontested divorce requires: Fulfilling the residency requirement of six months A minimum one-year separation from your spouse Residency: Before the North Carolina court has...
by Scott Allen | Feb 26, 2023 | Domestic Violence, Family Law
In North Carolina a domestic violence protective order (DVPO), also known as a restraining order, may be requested by someone to get an order of protection against a spouse, partner, lover, or former boyfriend or girlfriend. With sufficient facts and evidence,...
