You may be thinking that this article is all about how to hide money from your spouse – and it is, but not for the reasons you may be thinking. If you are happily married and have decided to hide money from your spouse as a technique to save more money or protect your marital … Read more
You’re worried, scared, nervous, anxious and generally speaking, not sure what to expect. You’ve never met with a lawyer before, much less a divorce lawyer. So our first piece of advice is to try to relax. Take some deep breaths. This is going to be ok. How to Prepare for Your Initial Consultation First things … Read more
Making the decision to pursue a divorce in North Carolina (or any other state for that matter) is no small undertaking. And while there are lots of legal considerations that you may need to be aware of, there are many practical considerations as well. Here are just a few of the questions that we frequently … Read more
I’ve been practicing mostly family law since 2005. First for almost five years in Florida, and since 2010 here in North Carolina. But for a variety of reasons, I’ve been hesitant to take the North Carolina Family Law Specialist Exam, even though I was eligible to do so probably 7 or 8 years ago. Before … Read more
When considering a divorce, most people think that they will need a lawyer, and some seek out the help of a therapist. But did you know that there is also a professional, called a certified divorce coach, that can help you through the process? A divorce coach is not a lawyer or a therapist, but … Read more
In my 15 years of practicing law, I’ve seen a lot of mistakes that people make when going through a divorce. Here are 7 of the biggest mistakes I see. Tip #1 Oversharing What is oversharing? It means telling everyone in the world what is going on with your separation and divorce. Ending a marriage, … Read more
If you are considering a legal separation in North Carolina, then you are probably wondering whether or not you need to have a separation agreement drafted. And if you do need such an agreement, do you need a lawyer to draft it for you or are there other ways to negotiate and draft this document … Read more
I’d be willing to bet there are a lot of people out there that are staying in unhappy marriages “for the kids.” You hate the current state of affairs, but for one reason or another, you are afraid to do anything about it. You and your spouse fight all the time (sometimes in front of … Read more