Divorce is an uncomfortable experience that can also feel very invasive. It may not take long before you feel like everybody you know is aware of all your personal business. That can ultimately be a disaster for you, both professionally and socially. Depending on...
How will divorce affect my business?
North Carolina uses equitable distribution to divide property in a divorce, particularly when a couple has significant shared assets. These guidelines advocate for fair distribution of marital assets and debts. Business owners who worry they may have to split the...
When divorce becomes frustrating, remember these 3 tips
There’s no doubt that you may be feeling frustrated, hurt or guilty during your divorce. Many people become upset about the end of their relationship, and you may be one of them. It’s important for you to know how to handle that anger as you go through your divorce,...
Will your spouse lie during a divorce?
If you and your spouse have decided to get divorced, it’s safe to say that you may not be on the best of terms. But how bad is it? Just how far are they willing to go? Would they even lie in court to get what they want? Let’s be very clear: Doing so is illegal. You...
Understand the numbers when getting a divorce
There is a lot to consider if you have an upcoming Charlotte divorce. Staying financially focused can help you come out with the results you need. It does not mean you need to take your partner for all they are worth. It just means you need to have a realistic...
Do you need to prove fault in a North Carolina divorce filing?
Some of the most pervasive and well-known myths about divorce were at one time factual but no longer accurately represent the law in North Carolina. The idea that you have to prove fault or have grounds for a divorce is one of those outdated beliefs. North Carolina...
No shortcuts when divorcing a narcissist
Most people who decide to divorce are prepared to do whatever is necessary to get the process over with. If you were married to a narcissist, this likely isn’t how this is going to work. A person who is narcissistic needs to feel as though they are the only person who...
Can you force your spouse to pay back marital funds they’ve wasted?
Your divorce was unpleasant from the start, but you expected that you’d eventually walk away with your fair share of the marital assets. North Carolina is, after all, an equitable distribution state, so judges always try to be fair when spouses can’t agree on a way to...
Several factors will determine whether you’re eligible for alimony
If you’re a North Carolina resident who is going through a divorce, you can consider asking the court to award you spousal support. The court is not required to grant alimony but will review the financial documents to determine if you have depended on your spouse for...
How do you start the process of obtaining a divorce?
According to CNN, the rate of divorce among baby boomers is on the rise. Divorce can be a complicated process to get through, regardless of which state you are from. For the divorce proceeding to begin, you need to file for the original petition for divorce in the...