a representation of family law focusing on child custody

Bankruptcy can feel like a reset button for debts, but it doesn’t erase everything. You might wonder: How does bankruptcy affect child support? If your ex-spouse has filed for bankruptcy, what happens to ongoing child support or past-due payments? The way bankruptcy interacts with family law can shed light on your situation and help you…

figures of family, gavel, and wedding rings on a table - a concept of child custody

Domestic violence can have a major impact on child custody and visitation in North Carolina. If you’re a parent facing allegations of abuse or if you’re concerned about your child’s safety, the process is often confusing and stressful. You might wonder: How will claims of domestic violence affect my custody rights? Will I still get…

Attorneys Josh Valentine and Jonathan Kidd

Attorneys Josh Valentine and Jonathan Kidd are recognized for their exceptional legal advocacy in North Carolina Caulder & Valentine Law Firm, PLLC, is proud to announce that Attorneys Josh Valentine and Jonathan Kidd have been selected to the 2026 North Carolina Rising Stars list. Attorney Josh Valentine was named to the list for the third…

house and money - representing Equitable Distribution of Property during divorce in North Carolina

Are you wondering what the court will consider “fair” when it comes to dividing property in your North Carolina divorce case? North Carolina law gives courts a starting point for determining the equitable division of assets and marital debt. But the outcome of your case will depend on the specific facts. The guidance of an…

child support agreement document on the table

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…

family figure with a broken heart - concept of child custody during divorce

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…