Navigating Divorce With Skilled Legal Counsel
Filing for divorce is an important step that can majorly impact your future. You need clear guidance and an understanding of legal support to help guide you through this difficult time. At Spidell Family Law, we bring over 25 years of combined legal experience to the table, offering compassionate service that recognizes the gravity of your situation. From our office in Greensboro, we serve clients across the North Carolina triad area, including Alamance, Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph and Rockingham counties.
Our reputation is built on a foundation of professional recognition, including Megan Spidell’s Super Lawyers listing, and sustained by the positive reviews from clients that we have had the privilege to assist. We work together as a team, enabling us to find creative solutions tailored to your unique needs. We pride ourselves on our ability to connect personally while delivering exceptional results. We listen, take the time to understand your situation and apply our legal knowledge to help guide you through these difficult times with the care and attention you deserve.
Understanding The Divorce Process In North Carolina
When you file for divorce, there are many factors that you must consider. If you have children, the process can become even more complicated when you need to determine child custody and support arrangements.
At Spidell Family Law, we can assist you with a range of issues related to your divorce, including:
- Property division
- Spousal support and alimony
- Child custody agreements
- Child support determinations
Facing these issues alone can be overwhelming. When you work with our experienced divorce and family law attorneys, you can trust that we will fight tirelessly to protect your interests. Our goal is to help you through the divorce process so that you can move forward with stability and peace of mind.
The Advantages Of Divorce Mediation
At Spidell Family Law, we are well-versed in the advantages of divorce and family law mediation. Whether you need us to serve as a neutral third-party mediator or help other attorneys facilitate mediation sessions, our experience in mediation can pave the way to amicable resolutions without the stress of court proceedings. Mediation is a process designed to empower you, offering a platform for negotiation and collaboration, leading to mutually beneficial outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce
Many of our clients at Spidell Family Law have important questions about North Carolina divorce laws. While nothing replaces legal guidance tailored to the specifics of your case, here are some commonly asked questions you may have:
What are the grounds for divorce in North Carolina?
North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. “No-fault” means that couples do not have to provide evidence proving that either side was responsible for an irreconcilable breakdown in their marriage, such as spousal abuse, abandonment, drug use or adultery. Couples can file for divorce for any reason.
However, couples are required to be separated for at least one year and a day before filing for divorce. Separation often means that a couple lives in separate homes or sleeps and actively lives in different parts of the same home. Our divorce attorneys can help couples explore their legal options to quickly and smoothly transition out of a marriage and file for divorce.
How can I protect my assets during a divorce?
One of the biggest fears for many couples is that they will lose important assets in a divorce, such as family homes, businesses or heirlooms. There are several ways to protect assets in a divorce. For starters, not all assets may be considered marital property. Assets that were obtained before marriage, such as gifts and inheritance may be considered separate property.
Separate property may also be established with a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. These agreements can dictate what assets each spouse is expected to retain in the event of a divorce, such as valuable collections, stocks or businesses. If a couple drafted a prenup or postnup, it can be used during a divorce to establish asset distribution and several other divorce matters.
Our attorneys can educate you on North Carolina asset distribution laws and protect your assets during a divorce.
What is mediation and is it required in North Carolina divorces?
Finding a mutually beneficial outcome to a divorce can take time. Couples can discuss divorce matters through mediation. Mediation is the process of negotiating the terms of a divorce outside of court. Negotiating a divorce outside of court has several advantages. For starters, couples can discuss an amicable resolution to their divorce without court proceedings. Couples can also establish what they wish to get out of their divorce. A mediator can act as a third party to help facilitate productive results.
Get Started Today
When divorce is on the horizon and you need to take the next step, contact our lawyers at Spidell Family Law to get the help and support you need to get through this difficult time. You can schedule a consultation by calling us at 336-283-7351 or by filling out our online contact form to send us a message. Let us lend our legal knowledge and compassionate support to help you navigate your divorce with confidence.