Divorce and annulments are similar in the fact that they end marriages. However, the effects of each are different. Annulment An annulment can only be granted in very specific circumstances. But, it can be granted immediately. Annulments are rare. The most common reason for one is a bigamist marriage. Meaning, one person [...]
A bond is a monetary guarantee from you given to the State to ensure that you will show up to your court proceedings. Once you have shown up to all your court proceedings, your bond is returned. Should you decide to do so, you can pay any court costs or fees out [...]
The charges of possession of marijuana vs. cocaine seem substantially the same. They are both drug possession charges, however, Criminal Defense Attorney Patrick Apple explains that in North Carolina these charges are really very different. For instance, possession of up to one and a half ounces of marijuana is usually a Class [...]
The length of time it takes to adopt a child in North Carolina can vary greatly depending on how willing the parties are to the adoption as well as the type of adoption that is taking place. However, some things are consistent in every adoption. Once the biological parents have either agreed [...]
A respected Family Law Attorney explains that while many clients ask for sole physical custody of their children, that doesn't happen often. Typically, another arrangement consisting of primary or joint physical custody is reached. Physical custody is simply whose care the children are under at the time. If you have primary physical custody [...]
Criminal Defense Attorney Clarke Dummit describes what could happen should you be convicted of a DWI and the judge issues you limited driving privileges. Limited driving privileges are issued at the court's discretion and are only valid for one year, then your full license is restored. The court could set restrictions on [...]
A knowledgeable Family Law Attorney lays out the steps to a North Carolina divorce. Separation: North Carolina requires a one-year separation period before filing for an absolute divorce. This means living apart and demonstrating that you intend to end the marriage. Serving the Complaint: The other spouse (defendant) must be formally notified [...]
How do the courts deal with debt fairly in divorce when a couple's debts outweigh their assets. This is rarely as simple as splitting the debt 50-50. The court will consider all the debt including all credit cards, loans, and anything that has accumulated since the date of the marriage, and try [...]
If you want to keep your former spouse from withdrawing all your money from your shared bank accounts during the divorce process a temporary restraining order can be sought to keep one party from draining all the funds from a specific account or accounts. All the concerned party needs to do is [...]
If your going through a divorce you might be wondering how to protect your retirement account. Your retirement is a huge asset that, during a divorce, must be shared fairly between the spouses. However, there are massive tax consequences you could be subject to if you withdraw money from this account. There [...]
