Dealing with co-parenting a child after a divorce can be one of the most challenging aspects of ending a marriage. Courts attempt to look after the best interests of the child when drafting custody agreements. However, sometimes parents interfere with these...
Child Custody
Custody rights and unpaid child support
Child custody disputes and uncertainty about relevant laws can lead to strong emotions, whether you are a custodial parent or a non-custodial parent. It is pivotal to do everything in your power to protect your relationship with your kid and serve their best...
What you should know about custody modification in North Carolina
North Carolina allows both parents, custodial and non-custodial, to file for custody modification. Your situation can change personally, or your child may have changing needs as they age. Either way, the court will consider any substantial change in circumstances....
What types of child custody does North Carolina recognize?
After the end of a North Carolina marriage or romantic relationship involving children, you and your child’s other parent may need to make important decisions regarding child custody and visitation. If you and your child’s mother or father are going to share custody,...
Do I need a child custody order in North Carolina?
In North Carolina family law cases, people will often be under the impression that the case is destined for endless dispute. However, some cases are relatively agreeable with the parties coming to negotiated settlements to avoid longstanding acrimony and problems....
Preparing for your custody mediation
North Carolina parents going through the custody process will likely have to attend mediation. It is common for mediation to be a new experience for most people, and it is important to know what it is, what it isn’t and what to expect. The first thing to know about...
Overview of how custody in North Carolina works
Many people in the Winston-Salem area have children in common with a person with whom they no longer have, or no longer want to have, a romantic or familial relationship. It may be important in these cases for a parent to obtain a formal child custody order by filing...