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The House is Mine, Why Can’t I Sell It?

Let’s say that before you got married, you bought or inherited a house. Since coming into ownership of the house, you have gotten married and now unfortunately, you and your spouse are separating. Since you owned the house before your marriage, it is your separate property. So, you should be able to sell it without
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Promotion of Yuni Nguyen to Chief Operating Officer

The Law Office of Stephen E. Robertson is proud to announce the promotion of Yuni Nguyen as Chief Operating Officer (COO). This title is well deserved as Ms. Nguyen has been single-handedly responsible for the growth of the firm since July 2019. In the four years she has been with the firm she has been
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Is an Engagement Ring Marital or Separate Property in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, engagement rings are generally considered separate property, rather than marital property, in the event of a divorce. This means that the person who received the engagement ring during the engagement or prior to marriage will likely keep it after the divorce. Under North Carolina law, separate property is defined as any property
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Enforcement of a Separation Agreement in North Carolina

In North Carolina, a separation agreement is a legal document that outlines the terms of a couple’s separation. It is a legally binding contract that covers issues such as child custody, child support, spousal support, and property division. Once a separation agreement is signed by both parties, it becomes a legally enforceable contract. Enforcement of
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Elements of a Breach of Contract Claim in North Carolina

A breach of contract claim in North Carolina involves proving that one party failed to fulfill their obligations under a valid and enforceable agreement, resulting in damages to the other party. There are several elements that must be proven to successfully establish a breach of contract claim in North Carolina. Firstly, the plaintiff must establish
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Separation Agreements

Divorce in North Carolina is a relatively simple idea. North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. Parties can file for divorce on their own for any or no reason. The only requirement to be eligible for an Absolute Divorce is that you must have completed a one-year separation period before you can file the complaint
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Social Security Disability Questions

Q: What is the difference between SSI and SSDI?  A: SSI is the acronym for Supplemental Security Income. It is a needs-based program for low-income disabled people who do not have enough work credits to qualify for SSDI. To qualify you must show that you have a qualifying medical condition and that your income and
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Your Rights as a Grandparent – Asserting Custody

Asserting Custody: In 2022, many grandparents and other relatives are helping to raise the biological children of their children. It is a highly controversial and important topic to discuss because it is pivotal to the wellbeing and fostering of our next generation. Children all deserve to live in a household that provides them the tools
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Custody Mediation

Participation in custody mediation is required for all parents with a pending custody case. Attending the custody mediation program is required before their case can be heard by a Judge. The purpose of custody mediation is giving parents the opportunity to decide custody issues for their children. Parents meet with the custody mediator who controls
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Alimony in divorce

Alimony in divorce is support paid by one spouse to the other spouse. Alimony payments generally begin after the divorce. North Carolina law allows financial payments from one spouse to the other spouse following separation until the time of divorce. This is called Post Separation Support. The spouse capable of providing support and financial assistance
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