by Lynn Wilkinson | Apr 3, 2023 | Family Law
Divorce is a difficult and emotional process, but it can be especially complicated when domestic violence is present. Victims of domestic violence face unique challenges in ending their marriage, including ensuring their safety, protecting their rights, and seeking...
by Lynn Wilkinson | Mar 31, 2022 | Family Law
Filing for divorce in North Carolina can be complicated. There are many hurdles that you must overcome in order to make the process as smooth as possible. This is especially true if there are children involved. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the...
by Spagnola Law Firm | Mar 7, 2022 | Family Law
The rules for adopting a child from another state are different than adopting a child within the same state. The Intestate Compact on Placement of Children (ICPC) is a law that has been enacted in all 50 states and is a set of rules that must be complied with before...
by Spagnola Law Firm | Feb 25, 2022 | Family Law
Child Support in North Carolina Child support in North Carolina is based on a formula that factors in the GROSS income (income before taxes and deductions) of both parties. This can be relatively straightforward when the parties are paid the same amount each pay...
by Lynn Wilkinson | Jan 4, 2022 | Family Law
Going through a divorce can be a tedious process. Not only will you have to deal with the emotional and mental stress that separation brings, there is also the physical exhaustion of having to go through the entire procedure. It isn’t as simple as signing a...
by Lynn Wilkinson | Nov 27, 2021 | Family Law
In the unfortunate event that you are going through divorce proceedings, it is important to fully understand the rules around alimony in North Carolina, as these may differ from state to state, and there are strict criteria you must adhere to. What is alimony and why...
by Lynn Wilkinson | Oct 22, 2021 | Family Law
Experiencing a separation with your partner, whether married or unmarried, is never easy, and this is even more difficult when a child needs to be taken into consideration. Battling for custody can be an arduous journey, and it’s always helpful to know what will be...