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Adoption FAQs | Wilmington, NC 28401 | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Adoption

Below are some frequently asked questions about Adoption: What types of adoption exist in North Carolina? NC has different types of adoption to meet different family needs. The types of adoption procedures in North Carolina include: Private agency adoptions (closed adoptions) Open adoptions (the adoptive parents know the biological parents’ identities) Relative adoptions (when parents […]
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April 5, 2023
Family Law FAQs | Wilmington, NC 28401 | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Family Law

Below are some frequently asked questions about Family Law: What kinds of cases do your family law lawyers represent? Our Speaks Law Firm, PC Family Law Division attorneys handle many different types of family law cases, including: Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements Divorce Legal separation Child custody Paternity claims Child support Alimony (spousal support) Adoptions Protective […]
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April 5, 2023
FAQS Modifications | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Modifications

Below are some frequently asked questions about Modifications: What conditions qualify for a post-divorce agreement modification? Agreements made during a divorce such as alimony (spousal support) or child support payments may require updating over time. Whether you’re seeking a modification to an alimony or child support agreement, the court will require that something significant has […]
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April 5, 2023
FAQS About Paternity | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Paternity

Below are some frequently asked questions about Paternity: How do I establish paternity for my child in North Carolina? North Carolina presumes fatherhood for a man married to the mother during her pregnancy or at the time of birth. However, if the couple is not married during that period, but are both present for the […]
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April 5, 2023
Guardianship FAQs | Wilmington, NC 28401 | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Guardianship

Below are some frequently asked questions about Guardianship: What is guardianship? Guardianship is a legal relationship that enables a court-appointed person to make decisions on behalf of another person who cannot make decisions for themself. Guardianship relationships are typical for children who do not have a mom or dad in the picture, and people with […]
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April 5, 2023
Prenuptial And Postnuptial Agreements FAQs | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Prenuptial And Postnuptial Agreements

Below are some frequently asked questions about Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two spouses who are planning to marry. This contract can cover many subject matters, including what would happen in a divorce. Many couples create prenuptial agreements with the help of a prenuptial […]
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April 5, 2023

FAQS About Protective And Restraining Orders

Below are some frequently asked questions about Protective and Restraining Orders: What is a domestic violence protective order? North Carolina law recognizes a few different types of protective and restraining orders. The most common protective order is a domestic violence protective order (DVPO). This civil restraining order can protect victims of domestic violence by prohibiting […]
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April 5, 2023
Domestic Violence FAQs | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Domestic Violence

Below are some frequently asked questions about Domestic Violence: What is the definition of domestic violence? Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior used to gain control over another person in a domestic relationship. It can include a wide range of actions, such as: Physical abuse Sexual abuse Emotional abuse Psychological abuse Economic abuse […]
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April 5, 2023
Equitable Distribution FAQs | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Equitable Distribution

Below are some frequently asked questions about Equitable Distribution: What is equitable distribution in a divorce? Equitable distribution is a method of distributing marital property in a divorce. Different states have different property division methods. North Carolina is an equitable distribution state, meaning that the court strives to find an equitable and fair way to […]
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April 5, 2023
Separation Agreements FAQs | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Separation Agreements

Below are some frequently asked questions about Separation Agreements: Why do I need a separation agreement? In North Carolina, separated couples must live apart for a year before they can file for divorce. This legal separation period allows the spouses to work out all crucial divorce-related issues such as property division, child custody, child support, […]
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April 4, 2023
FAQS About Alimony | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Alimony

Below are some frequently asked questions about Alimony: Who may qualify for alimony in North Carolina? Not every North Carolina divorce warrants alimony or spousal support payments. An NC family law court is unlikely to award alimony if both spouses work or are capable of working. A Wilmington family law attorney can review your case […]
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April 4, 2023
Child Support FAQs | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Child Support

Below are some frequently asked questions about Child Support: How do North Carolina courts establish child support? Separated or divorced parents in North Carolina have two ways to establish child support: (1) through a private separation agreement, or (2) by taking their case to a family law court. The first method is quicker, more convenient, […]
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April 4, 2023
Child Custody FAQs | Wilmington, NC | Family Law Attorneys

FAQS About Child Custody

Below are some frequently asked questions about Child Custody: How does child custody work in North Carolina? In North Carolina divorces, one co-parent typically gets primary physical custody as the parent with whom the child spends most of their time. The other co-parent has secondary custody (visitation rights). We recommend consulting a child custody lawyer […]
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