Meeker v. Meeker, 2024-NCCOA-______ (2024). Facts: Husband and Wife married in 1982 and had two children. They separated in 2009 and finalized their divorce in May 2011. During their separation, they entered into a separation agreement, stating that Husband would pay Wife $7,577.78 per month in spousal support until 2025,…
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Major Life Changes and Their Impact on Relationships: Insights from Damian Lillard’s Divorce
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes these changes can significantly impact our personal relationships. This is a truth that many, including high-profile individuals, face. Recently, NBA Star Damian Lillard, known for his impressive career with the Portland Trail Blazers and now with the Milwaukee Bucks, filed…
The Complex Intersection of Dementia, Marriage, and Divorce
In Greensboro, North Carolina, as in many parts of the world, the challenges of dementia in older adults are becoming increasingly prevalent. A significant aspect of this challenge is its impact on marital relationships. For those facing such complexities, seeking advice from a Greensboro divorce lawyer can be crucial in…
New Year’s Resolutions – Or is it a Revolution?
by Judi Rossabi, Communications Director “You say you want a revolution… well you know” – this line from the famous song by Paul McCartney/John Lennon can sum up the year-end when you are going through a divorce or separation. Building a whole new life can be a challenge to anyone.…
Equitable Distribution and Date of Separation
Salvadore v. Salvadore, 2021-NCCOA-680 (2021 unpublished) Facts: Wife and Husband married in 1989. During their marriage, Husband would frequently change his job. Husband had a peculiar habit every time he changed jobs that required relocation to another state. He would stay in hotels and campgrounds in the new state while…
Complexities of Legal Separation and Competency
Dillree v. Dillree Navigating the intricacies of divorce and legal separation is often a complex and emotionally challenging process. The recent court case of Dillree v. Dillree, adjudicated by the North Carolina Court of Appeals, provides critical insights into the nuanced nature of such proceedings, especially for middle-aged to older…
Implications of Divorce on Financial Settlements
Divorce is a complex process that involves not just the emotional separation of two people but also the intricate untangling of their financial lives. A recent case, heard by the United States Court of Appeals, First Circuit, highlights this complexity, particularly when it intersects with issues of alleged financial wrongdoing.…
Divorce and Dementia – Complexities of High-Profile Divorces
In the world of high-profile divorces, the recent separation of Wolfgang Porsche from his wife Claudia, due to her dementia-like illness, offers a poignant example of the unique challenges faced in such cases. As Greensboro divorce lawyers, we often encounter complex and emotionally charged situations, but divorces involving degenerative cognitive…
Florida Enacts Law for Designated Child Custody Exchange Locations
The Florida House Civil Justice Subcommittee has approved legislation, known as HB 538 or “Cassie’s Law,” which mandates the establishment of safe exchange locations for child custody transitions. The bipartisan bill aims to enhance the safety of child custody exchanges following the tragic case of Cassie Carli, a mother who…
How Child Support Is Based on Income
Jackson v. Jackson, 2021-NCCOA-614 (2021) Facts: Mother and Father had an unincorporated child support agreement for their three children. Custody was shared between the parties. Later, one child aged out. Mother then relocated, and one child moved with her. The other remaining minor child moved in with Father. For this…