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Life rarely stays the same forever after a child support order is entered. A parent may lose a job, get a new position, or have to meet a child’s new needs. When the current order no longer matches the facts, the court can review the numbers and decide if a change is fair. In North…
When you are raising a child with someone you are not married to, you might wonder how custody laws apply to your family. Many unmarried parents assume that the rules apply differently to them than to married couples. While North Carolina does treat unmarried parents slightly differently at first, the differences mainly relate to establishing…
Going through a divorce brings emotional challenges that can feel overwhelming. During this difficult time, financial concerns often add another layer of stress. One of the first questions many people ask is: “How much will this process cost me?” The cost of ending a marriage in North Carolina varies widely depending on your unique situation….
If your marriage is in trouble, you may be wondering whether to pursue a legal separation or a divorce. First of all, know that a divorce is the legal ending of a marriage, while a separation — although it can feel like a divorce in many ways — does not legally end a marriage. Because…
Deciding to get a divorce is the first step in a series of complex decisions about the end of your marriage, but it doesn’t have to be a costly decision. Figuring out your finances as soon as you’ve decided divorce is your best option will ensure you will be protected financially in the long run….
DIY trends are no longer reserved for home renovation projects. Some separating couples believe they can DIY their divorces too. However, divorce isn’t like a home project. There are no do-overs if things go awry or a party fails to protect their rights. To add insult to injury, DIYers can end up spending more money…
Choosing to give a child a home with you through adoption is a beautiful thing. While adoption could be the most rewarding thing you ever do, you must recognize the gravity of the commitment you are making and how it can change your marriage. Deciding to adopt Couples reach the decision to adopt in different…
When marrying for the second time, you will have many things to consider, likely many more than when you first walked down the aisle. Where will you live? How should you co-parent a blended family? How should you manage your joint retirement plans? At this point in your life, you may have significant assets. You…
There are several reasons why married couples don’t stay together, and these reasons may change over time. One factor that has remained a reliable predictor of marital success over the last few decades, however, is occupation. Specifically, financial stability is a significant factor in marital success, and financial stability is related to occupation. Professions with…
In 2014, Matt Shaer wrote an infamous article in GQ magazine about a controversial rabbi who attempted to coerce Orthodox men into giving their wives religious divorces through questionable means. These means included kidnapping, beating, and torture. He also charged the women attempting to obtain these divorces a fee of up to $60,000. That rabbi is…