Filing for bankruptcy can feel scary, especially if you are worried about losing your home, your car, or other things you rely on. The good news is that the law lets you keep certain property. These are called exemptions, and they are meant to help you keep the basics you need to move forward. A…
If you’re having a kid and you aren’t married, you may, at some point, find yourself wondering who has initial custody rights. In North Carolina, the answer is probably different from what most people expect. A North Carolina child custody lawyer can help you understand how the law works and what steps you may need…
A lot of people who are thinking about getting a divorce have the same pressing question: How much is this going to cost me? The answer can change based on a number of things, like whether the divorce is simple or contested and whether the spouses agree on important issues like property, support, or child…
Credit card debt can grow faster than most people expect. A missed payment turns into late fees. Interest keeps adding up. Before long, balances feel impossible to manage. Many people in Durham County find themselves using one credit card to pay off another just to stay afloat. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone,…
Separation and divorce do not have to be long, expensive, or, surprisingly, even adversarial. Divorce mediation lets couples work out decisions about their children and money together, with help from a trained, neutral mediator. When you help create the solution, it is more likely to work for your family. A North Carolina divorce lawyer can…
You’re dealing with debt, looked up your options, and found Chapter 7 bankruptcy. It seems like it might help you wipe out what you owe and get a fresh start, but now you’re wondering how you can qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in North Carolina. In North Carolina, you have to meet certain rules in…
In North Carolina, a spouse who relies on the other for money can ask for spousal support. Either spouse may qualify for alimony if they cannot pay their basic living expenses on their own or cannot maintain the lifestyle they had during the marriage without the other spouse’s income or property. North Carolina law says…
January 6th, 2026 Understanding the law in family matters is especially important in North Carolina because state rules directly affect where children live, how property is divided, and what protections exist in situations of conflict or violence. When people understand these basic rules, they can make decisions that are more realistic, protective, and stable over…
A lot of people wonder why the separation date is important in a North Carolina divorce. According to state law, spouses must live apart for an entire year before they are able to divorce. This means that the court needs to know the exact date the separation started. If the spouses get back together, even…
Most people don’t want to file for bankruptcy right before or during the holidays. It can be hard to enjoy the season when you know a bankruptcy case is coming. You might worry about losing access to credit or not having enough money to celebrate the way you usually do. You may need to spend…
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