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Family law
When you are facing issues that involve the people who are closest to you, you need the services of a Wilmington, North Carolina family lawyer.
Separation agreements
In North Carolina, couples must live apart for a period of one year before they can obtain a divorce. It is helpful to seek legal guidance from a separation lawyer in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Alimony
When you and your spouse make the decision to end your marriage, there are many things that have to be considered. You need to fairly split up your assets and property and decide on issues regarding the children. In addition, you or your spouse may request alimony.
Child Custody
Ending your marriage can be difficult, but it is more emotional and complex when you have children. The decisions revolving around your children are among the most important that you will need to make.
Divorce
The decision to end your marriage is one that likely hasn’t been easy. Once you have decided that the marriage is over, the first step is to choose a Wilmington divorce lawyer.
Speaks family law news
14th November 2019
Child Custody Laws for Unmarried Parents
Under North Carolina, mothers and fathers do not stand on equal footing when they are unmarried. Instead, the mother has sole custody of the child until the father establishes paternity. In many cases, establishing paternity will not be controversial. Even when there is a dispute, DNA testing can conclusively establish…
READ MORE2th November 2019
Why Is the Firefighter Divorce Rate So High?
You might have heard that firefighters get divorced at a higher rate than the general public. Many websites hype this “fact” and even claim that the rate of divorce for...
READ MORE18th October 2019
How Long Does Alimony Last?
Alimony is also known as spousal maintenance and is the payment awarded to one spouse from the other for financial support following the end of a marriage. Alimony is awarded...
READ MORE18th October 2019
How to Tell Kids About Divorce
Telling your children about your divorce is not only difficult but also painful. It might be the hardest conversation you have in your life. Your children will definitely remember the...
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3th September 2019
How Long after Divorce Papers are Signed Is It Final?
We receive this question often. Many people are anxious to get on with their lives—to date, to possibly remarry, or to move. They need their divorce finalized before they can finally take the next step. In North Carolina, the amount of time it takes to get divorced depends on several…
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