Arguably, the most emotionally charged subject in family law is how to resolve issues concerning the custody of and financial support for minor children. We want you to know that you aren’t alone in this pursuit. Here’s a condensed overview of the options available for child custody and child support provisions in North Carolina. CHILD
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Premarital Agreements, also known as Prenuptial Agreements are authorized by North Carolina General Statute 52B, the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act. A Premarital Agreement is an agreement between prospective spouses made in contemplation of marriage and to be effective upon marriage. The agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. The premarital agreement is
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A Durable General Power of Attorney is likely the most important Estate Planning document. In North Carolina, how does anyone act on your behalf with your financial affairs if you are incapacitated or incompetent? Absent a legal document known as a durable general power of attorney and an attorney-in-fact/agent acting on your behalf under the
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Halloween, Thanksgiving, and other fall seasonal events are around the corner—but before you celebrate with family and friends, sit down right now and plan to ensure your business is safe before the holidays arrive. Business owners should take the time at least once per year to look over their core policies and documents to make
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A well written and thorough lease is worth its weight in gold to residential property owners. And let’s face it, landlords rent their property for one reason: to make money. To ensure you turn a profit on your residential rental property, here are four terms you should consider including in your lease. A Forfeiture Clause
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You’ve finally made it. A record label recognized your talent and offered you what seems like the deal of a lifetime. But before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you actually understand what you’re signing so your dreams of fame and fortune don’t turn into a nightmare. Here are five tips every artist
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Due to incompetency, Mom is harming herself physically or financially (e.g., she forgets to take her medicine which keeps her alive, forgets to turn off the stove which leads to a fire, or she’s unable to remember her assets or to pay bills). Perhaps your widowed son passed away leaving assets, a minor child, and
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Regarding alimony, a prospective client wants to know how much he/she will be paying or how much he/she will be receiving. The initial answer should always be, “It depends.” The Court looks at 16 possible factors that relate to the amount of alimony awarded. As paraphrased from NCGS 50-16.3A they include: (2) The relative earnings
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North Carolina law allows a married couple to resolve all the issues surrounding the end of their marriage in a document called a “Separation Agreement.” This Agreement can cover child custody, child support, alimony (or waiver of alimony and property settlement. A separation agreement usually is obtained faster, costs much less and created less animosity
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Grandparents’ rights vary between states. Because of this, it’s important to understand the statutes your state has surrounding this topic. What is in the best interest of the child is always considered prior to granting grandparents custody or visitation. Below you can find common FAQs regarding grandparents’ rights in North Carolina. Are there any North Carolina
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