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Going to divorce court is expensive and stressful, with no guarantee you will obtain a mutually satisfying court order. Mediation and arbitration are cost-effective alternatives for couples who want to avoid the higher costs and emotional trauma of a court date. Learn the difference between arbitration vs. mediation, how mediation works, and more. Litigation vs. Arbitration vs. Mediation: What You…
Divorce is never easy. In addition to all of the emotional aspects of a breakup, couples must deal with the financial impact divorce will have on them and their families. If you’re navigating the process for the first time, you likely have questions about estate planning and divorce. Luckily, with the help of an attorney, you can make it through…
Have you ever worried about how a divorce will affect your finances? Or wondered if you could take legal actions to protect yourself from financial ruin? With the right advice and a reputable divorce lawyer, it is possible to protect assets in a divorce and come out of the challenging process with as little financial damage as possible. It’s important…
Stepparent adoption is a special type of adoption that allows stepparents to become legal parents to their stepchildren. While adoption is exciting, understanding the process is important, as it can be lengthy and tricky. To adopt your stepchild, you must first understand the laws and requirements surrounding stepparent adoption in North Carolina. So, here are the top five things you…
The holidays are almost here, which means family, fun, and, of course, presents! But with so much going on in this special season, co-parenting during the holidays can be difficult for many families. For example, if you have joint custody of your kids, you have to figure out logistics like travel time and shopping—not to mention seeing your ex. Want…
It’s common to hear about marriages ending in divorce, but it may surprise you to learn that divorces involving children are even more prevalent. For example, 61% of couples divorcing from a first marriage have children under the age of 18. When the child has a relationship with both parents and custody is being litigated, this creates a unique situation…
If you’re experiencing a divorce and have children, you probably already understand how important it is to protect your time with your kids. It’s normal to feel stressed, confused, or unsure about the process, but Spidell Family Law can help. This article will briefly discuss custody evaluations in North Carolina, including what to expect and how to prepare. Who Is…
In North Carolina, the number of people who died from opioid overdose increased by more than 400% between 2006 and 2016. More than 1,300 families in North Carolina are permanently changed by addiction each year, and more people die from opioid overdoses than car crashes. In addition, drug misuse, abuse, or addiction profoundly impact custody cases, foster care, and more.…
COVID-19 made many aspects of life more complex, including divorce and child custody. Over the past two years, child custody lawyers have seen it all—parents who withheld exchanges, arguments over remote education, relocations due to remote work, and more. Luckily, The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) brings consistency to state child custody laws. This article will explore…
When parents are in the throes of a bitter divorce, they often make decisions based on emotion. One example? Calling the Department of Social Services (DSS) to file an unfounded complaint against their ex. While this move seems like a good way to gain the upper hand, it often complicates an already complex process. So, keep reading to learn the…