Baldwin v. Baldwin, unpublished (2021). After separation and divorce, it is not unheard of for one spouse to move out of state. If the former couple had minor children together, then the question is which spouse is primarily going to have custody of the children? Many factors may come into…
Suppose you are separated or divorced, or you have recently retired or been placed on disability, and are the parent of a minor child. If you receive dependent benefits through Social Security or the Veterans Administration, your child support obligation may be reduced or eliminated, provided you are not behind…
Stowe v. Stowe, ___ N.C. App. ___ (2020). In North Carolina, Equitable Distribution (ED) is one of the mechanisms by which former spouses separate their personal and real property. What if the during the marriage one party opens a business? Unlike other forms of property, businesses have reputations that are…
We all know Cam Newton, the football quarterback who used to play for the Carolina Panthers but recently signed on with the New England Patriots. Back in 2011, the football legend was drafted as the first overall pick by the Carolina Panthers. He played countless games right here in our…
You’ve decided to seek a divorce and perhaps to seek child support for your children, or you’re looking at equitable distribution of your marital assets. You’ve researched, met with, and retained your attorney. Now the attorney or a member of the attorney’s staff is calling or sending emails asking questions…
Searcy v. Searcy, No. COA11-11 (N.C. Ct. App. 2011) In North Carolina, settlement and distribution of marital property can be addressed in a separation agreement. Such an agreement is essentially a contract between the parties. A unique term, “fiduciary,” is sometimes used to describe a relationship between spouses that can…