“Dance like no one is watching, email like it will one day be read in a deposition” I often use Facebook messages, posts, or photos in family court matters. Often, these posts can prove contempt of court, an illicit affair, or assist my client in obtaining a favorable custody settlement. It may feel good to post a […]
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I’m often asked what a parent should be doing concerning their children in the initial stages of a divorce or the end of a relationship. Here is a list of my recommendations: Stability is key at this point in your child’s life. Whether its maintaining a schedule, staying in the same school district, your child
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Every separation is unique. Some separations involve complex tax issues that require an experienced family law attorney to avoid any additional tax consequences on your end. Here are some examples: Child support and Dependent Deduction: child support payments are not deductible by the payor or taxable by the payee. Dependency exemptions vary case by case.
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An absolute divorce in North Carolina may be filed after one year of separation from your spouse. Contrary to popular belief and television, you do not need your spouse’s consent to obtain the divorce. We simply serve the Complaint for Divorce and Summons on your spouse to start the process. An absolute divorce ends certain rights
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