Guidelines Congress first passed federal laws establishing child support guidelines in the 1980s to accomplish three main goals: financially help children living in a single parent household; encourage payment of child support and promote consistent contact between parent and child Today, many of those same guidelines exist in order to ensure the safety, well-being, …

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Be Aware Divorce is hard. On top of the emotional turmoil, you are also faced with the unpleasant task of dividing your property. Equitable Distribution, the process for dividing the property accumulated during your marriage, has several important legal limitations you should be aware of. That is why it is important to contact an Equitable …

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In North Carolina, most judicial districts require couples to attend mediation as part of the divorce process. Mediation allows couples to resolve disputes through a neutral third-party, the mediator. Mediators do not give legal advice. Instead, they facilitate negotiations and help the couple reach a fair settlement. While every mediation is different, here is what …

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  When couples decide to separate, it may be in their best interest to consider a separation agreement. Separation agreements are a great tool for couples who have unique circumstances they would rather work out on their own without interference from the courts. A separation agreement is a binding contract between the parties that usually …

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Does Your Child’s Safety Depend on Immediate Intervention by NC Courts? It is an unfortunate reality that many parents face situations or circumstances that they feel need the Court’s immediate attention to ensure the safety of their children.  When such situations arise, a parent may need to seek emergency custody of their child. 

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