When couples separate it is important for kids to know that both their parents still love and care for them. Depending on the age of your children, their temperaments, and their developmental needs, this could mean weekly visitation or even routine check-ins on the phone. But in that time between separation and a final child…
Pre-pandemic, almost all attorney consultations were in person. Now with COVID-19, many attorneys are offering virtual consultations via Zoom or by telephone. The information you share with the attorney at the consultation is confidential, and you do not need to be concerned with other people knowing what was said or discussed. The length of consultations…
When dealing with divorce, many of our clients want to make the disruption to their children as minimal as possible. One question that often comes up is: should I stay in the house for my children? It is a difficult question to answer and dependent on your specific circumstances. In a perfect world, staying in…
If you are contemplating separation, there are documents you need to gather and information you need to know. (This article is not geared towards someone living in a domestic violence situation, in which case your safety is of the upmost importance and documents can be obtained later). You need to know and understand your current…
The Family Court Advisory Commission (FCAC) provides a coordinated approach to the development, management, and evolution of North Carolina’s Family Court Program. Members of the FCAC meet quarterly and are appointed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of North Carolina for a three-year term. Members include judges from both appellate courts, chief district…
Saying it’s difficult to hear your spouse ask for a divorce is an understatement. Divorce is often listed as one of the most stressful life situations, second only to dealing with the death of a spouse. Whether you knew this day was on the horizon or if it caught you by complete surprise, you must…
While many contracts for the sale of goods or services include provisions or exclusions about epidemics and pandemics, I have yet to see a custody order or agreement even contemplate or guide parents on how to navigate the complexities surrounding COVID-19. We are in unchartered territory for family law attorneys and judges alike. There is…
“Dance like no one is watching, text and email like it will be read in court one day.” While it sounds like a cute saying – the statement is good advice for someone going through a divorce, or any litigation for that matter. While emails and text messages are often used as evidence in divorce…
It may come as no surprise that divorce rates in China rose sharply in March 2020. It is expected that we may see a similar trend in the United States as couples are forced into spending day and night together during the stay at home order. While absence makes the heart grow fonder, is there…
The Governor’s Full Order is available HERE Frequently Asked Questions about the Stay at Home Order issued by NC Governor 3/27/2020
