Child custody goes beyond deciding which parent lives with the child. It also involves determining the parent with the power to make important decisions affecting the child’s life. As the non-custodial parent, you still have a say in decisions that affect your child,...
When you finally decide to part ways with your spouse, it is essential to consider how the children will be affected. In many cases, children bear the brunt of divorce since it directly affects their daily lives, yet they may not be in a position to comprehend...
Divorcing parents in North Carolina will often disagree about custody matters. Thankfully, state law helps to preempt many arguments by establishing clear rules. In the absence of a court-approved custody order, there is a presumption of equally-shared parental rights...
If you notice your typically outgoing child is withdrawing or your quiet child is acting out after you announce your divorce, you may wonder if there is a deeper problem. Dealing with a divorce is a major event in both you and your child's life, but stress reduction...
When a couple is unable to make decisions regarding child custody, divorce cases may drag on indefinitely. In this case, the judge is tasked with making a decision that is in the best interest of the child at the center of the dispute. As explained by Psychology...
Men spend more time with their children than ever before. This may compel you and courts to consider 50/50 custody splits out of respect for modern families. Yet, even modern two-parent households rarely lead to 50/50 parenting time when living together. Women...
Figuring out your parenting agreement may be the most difficult part of your divorce. You and your spouse may both cherish your relationship with your children. Yet, tensions may rise if you two have different ideas about what an ideal custody arrangement looks like....
When a court makes custody decisions during a divorce, it will always do what is best for the child. This means looking at every factor that will impact the child. One aspect that may influence the court’s decision is if a parent has problems that make him or her...
Like most parents, you want what is best for your child. In addition to providing love and affection, you never miss a child support payment. Nevertheless, the current economic downturn may have you experiencing some degree of uncertainty about your financial...
Sharing custody of your child with their other parent can be challenging for North Carolina parents. However, there are times when the child faces problems that prompt you to seek immediate custody of the child. This short-term order can be put in place whether you...
