For most people, the common perception of a divorce involves divorce attorneys and some kind of courtroom. However, a courtroom only comes into play during the last stage of the divorce process. There are many other stages that come before that.

One of the first steps is having the defendant served with divorce papers, more commonly known in North Carolina as the absolute divorce complaint. The defendant has the opportunity to answer the complaint, which could include counterclaims. That defendant’s response could be indicative of how long or...

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The state of North Carolina has established a precise and calculated way in which child support payment amounts are ordered. Those payments can go beyond what a non-custodial parent brings home in a weekly paycheck. However, any hidden income can lead to much higher weekly child support payments.

An order for child support is...

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Leading up to a wedding, every couple must decide whether or not they want to sign a prenuptial agreement. While it is a common topic, it can be an uncomfortable one to talk about. After all, no one wants to believe that their marriage will not work out.

Nevertheless, it is a very important decision about the future. A couple’s inability to make a decision on a...

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It may seem natural for people who are getting a divorce to rejoin the dating world. While it may seem like a perfectly normal thing to do, there could be legal issues that come with dating before a divorce. The professionals at SouthparkFamilyLaw.com are ready to assist you in making valuable decisions.

First, it is important to note that post separation alimony cannot be awarded if a spouse is able to meet their financial demands without any help. In other words, it is not just an easy payday. If you are not a dependent, then post separation alimony cannot be ordered. However, if a...

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Historically, the general assumption is that courts are going to award child custody to the mother in a divorce. That is not the case anymore as more fathers are being granted more than just visitation rights or limited custody. More fathers are now being awarded sole custody of their children. 

The state of North Carolina no longer makes any presumptions regarding the gender of the parent. The best interest of the child is used as the...

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One of the most important components of any divorce is the distribution of assets between spouses. In order to reach a fair distribution, each spouse must disclose all of their assets. However, many spouses will not be so forthright and attempt to hide some of their assets. Here are some prime indicators that indicate your spouse is attempting to hide assets in a divorce.

Living Expenses
Take a tally of your monthly living expenses and then add up your monthly income along with your...

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Couples who are going through a divorce face the issue of how to effectively communicate with each other. Attorneys at Southpark Family Law Charlotte North Carolina have seen often enough how helpful proper communication can be in a divorce. When children are involved, communication is necessary, although there are some unofficial guidelines you can follow while your divorce is pending.

The first thing you should know is that your words could be used against you when...

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It is not uncommon for separated or divorced couples to run into problems with the visitation of their children. Many times, the custodial parent will prevent the non-custodial parent from seeing his/her children. However, according to a divorce lawyer in Charlotte, the non-custodial parent has a significant amount of rights when it comes to visitation.


The most important thing to note is that it is illegal for a custodial parent to deny visitation when there is an existing custody order that grants visitation rights. Extenuating circumstances are taken into consideration when a non-custodial parent presents a threat or potential harm to the child. That harm does not have to be physical, but could also extend to emotional harm. As long as...

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Divorce is something that has no age limit as older couples find themselves among the many Americans who divorce every year. While child custody is not always an issue in these divorces, retirement benefits and insurance plans can play a very important part. These factors create more need for a experienced Charlotte NC divorce lawyer to work on your side. Here’s a look at the important aspects of a divorce among older couples.

Retirement Plans
A prenuptial agreement will clear up a lot of gray areas when it comes to retirement plans. But without a prenuptial agreement, there will be...

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Many marriages end suddenly, but that does not always mean they have to end in a divorce. There is the option of filing for an annulment which would make for much less hassle, especially in a legal capacity. Here is a look at what constitutes grounds for an annulment and the subsequent benefits of an annulment in the state of North Carolina from Southpark Family Law Attorneys.

First, it is important to know who qualifies for an annulment in North Carolina as it is not always a common occurrence. Marriages entered into based on...

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There are a lot of procedures that come along with a divorce and certain steps that a spouse should take. There are also plenty of things to avoid and the following mistakes could wind up negatively affecting your divorce. Southpark Family Law of Charlotte shares a few of those mistakes to avoid.

Angry Social Media Posting
Divorcing couples may feel the urge to voice their frustrations on social media, but...

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Child custody cases can turn into a trying time for everyone involved, particularly children. However, it is important to remember that the main focus of these cases is the best interest of the child. Some child custody disputes are at the heart of divorce proceedings and sometimes it is for all the wrong reasons.

A couple that is disputing child custody should know that the court is going to examine certain family law areas. First, the court will look...

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The state of North Carolina has established a precise and calculated way in which child support payment amounts are ordered. Those payments can go beyond what a non-custodial parent brings home in a weekly paycheck. However, any hidden income can lead to much higher weekly child support payments.

An order for child support is rendered based on the adjusted gross income of the non-custodial parent. It basically takes the salary of that parent and deducts a percentage in order to pay the necessary expenses for a child’s cost of living.
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​Leading up to a wedding, every couple must decide whether or not they want to sign a prenuptial agreement. While it is a common topic, it can be an uncomfortable one to talk about. After all, no one wants to believe that their marriage will not work out.

​Nevertheless, it is a very important decision about the future. A couple’s inability to make a decision on a prenuptial agreement prior to a marriage could be a sign that they may struggle with other important decisions down the line.

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Historically, the general assumption is that courts are going to award child custody to the mother in a divorce. That is not the case anymore as more fathers are being granted more than just visitation rights or limited custody. More fathers are now being awarded sole custody of their children.

The state of North Carolina no longer makes any presumptions regarding the gender of the parent. The best interest of the child is used as the determining factor as to whether the father or mother will ultimately be granted full custody. The knowledgeable attorneys at SouthparkFamilyLaw.com can help you along your transition.

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