Divorce can leave you worried about the home, the savings and the retirement account you spent years building. In North Carolina, those worries are not only emotional. A missed filing can end your right to a court-ordered split. How equitable distribution works in...
Divorce is a challenging and emotional process that can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the future. While it’s natural to experience a range of emotions during this time, it’s crucial to avoid making common mistakes that can hinder your ability to move forward. In this blog post, we will explore five tangible and useful tips to help you…
When it comes to child custody battles, the process can be overwhelming and stressful. It’s essential to know the ins and outs of getting sole custody in North Carolina to ensure the best outcome for you and your child. Here are some things you need to know: 1. Understanding the Legal Process The first step in getting sole custody in…
A court in China has ordered a man to pay thousands of dollars in compensation to his former wife for housework she shouldered during their five-year marriage, in a landmark divorce ruling that has sparked discussion in the country over the value of unpaid domestic duties. Read on CNN: https://apple.news/AjPtFIT7dSC-BT48jc-utZQ
When federal courts defeated countrywide bans on same-sex marriage, future birth certificates for children of same-sex couples were supposed to include the names of both parents. It also opened up the opportunity for preexisting birth certificates of same-sex couples to retroactively be changed to include both parents’ names. However, North Carolina did not change its birth certificate policy immediately following…
Hopper Law Firm, PLLC and Wake Legal & Associates have merged! Having previously been serving clients throughout Raleigh and the surrounding areas separately, Attorney Michael Hopper and his brother, Attorney Kevin Hopper, have chosen to join forces and form a new practice under the name of Hopper Law Office. The firm will provide premier-quality legal representation to clients throughout Wake…
Many prospective parents and couples are turning to sperm donors for assistance in conception. Whether issues of fertility exist or parents have specific goals, there are numerous reasons as to why choosing a sperm donor can be the right choice. However, questions of paternity can often arise. If you donate sperm, does that mean you are a father? In a…
In North Carolina, a court will decide the terms of a child custody agreement based on what reflects the best interests of the child. Generally, this can mean that the terms which see a child’s best interests are protected will trump the wants or preference of either parent. Each case is unique and how a court determines custody will heavily…
Are you thinking about divorcing your spouse in North Carolina? Did you know that before you can actually file for divorce, the state requires that you live separately from them for at least one year? During this time apart, you can actually mandate how the two of you will act, almost as if it is in preparation for a full…
The legal advocates you trust most in Raleigh have recently moved to a new and improved office location. That’s right – Hopper Law Firm, our award-winning Raleigh divorce attorney, and the rest of our dedicated legal staff are excited to say that we have ventured to a new location that we believe will prove to be more convenient to more…