On behalf of Warren Family Law | Jul 24, 2020 | child custody
Stay-at-home mothers are still more common than stay-at-home dads, but things have been changing over the years. It used to be assumed that a mother would remain home with the children and a father would work. These days, more and more fathers opt to be the caregivers...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Jun 2, 2020 | child custody
One of the most contentious parts of a divorce is usually child custody. Both parents have a high stake in the custody arrangements for their children. While they may agree the marriage is over, they still both want to have a relationship with their children and...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Apr 28, 2020 | child custody, domestic violence
Lies can damage lives. Many people learn this from their child’s other parent. Child custody battles are often heated disputes where one or both parties are intensely emotional. While it can be a terrible experience, it is not unheard of for one parent to take...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Apr 24, 2020 | child custody
Courts typically use sole custody only in extreme situations. The preference is for shared custody. That does not mean a 50/50 split. For instance, the children may live with their mother during the week and their father on the weekends. But, even when divided...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Mar 11, 2020 | child custody
When North Carolina parents get divorced, they face many decisions. Child custody arrangements are among the first things they work out. The court sometimes has to step in and help make the final judgment call. They also have the power to approve requests for custody...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Mar 3, 2020 | child custody
When couples are going through a divorce, child custody is usually one of the tougher decisions they face. In most cases, courts prefer to award joint custody, as it is believed to be in the best interest of the children. Kids fare best when they have strong, stable...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Jan 4, 2020 | child custody
When you are preparing to fight for the custody of your children in North Carolina, it can be easy to allow your emotions and the disagreements you have with your spouse to dictate your behavior. However, your effort to separate your divorce from the well-being of...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Jan 3, 2020 | child custody
These days, there are many reasons why a couple might choose to start a family without getting married. No legal document can determine the love and affection between you, your partner and your children. However, unmarried parents can face unique challenges when it...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Nov 12, 2019 | child custody
The National Parents Organization ranked states in how their family laws help facilitate shared parenting, and North Carolina appears to be one of the worst. When involved in or considering a divorce, you may wish to learn more about requesting shared custody of your...
On behalf of Warren Family Law | Sep 6, 2019 | child custody, domestic violence
The biggest concern in a North Carolina custody case is the child’s best interests. For a court to grant custody to either parent, the judge must decide that the parent is fit. The state does not favor mothers over fathers or vice versa. While the court has the final...
