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…
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…
Ideally, both parents will be able to craft a parenting plan on their own. Presumably, the parents would be much more acquainted with what is best for their child than a court could be, and then parents could have the decision-making power to make the best possible custody arrangement for their child. But if parents cannot agree on how best…
Divorce is such a complex process for some couples that the assistance of experts is essential. Of course, every divorcing individual will need a legal expert on their side to protect their interests and to negotiate a divorce settlement. But here are some other experts that you may not have realized could help you. One of these experts could be…
You may be looking into do-it-yourself options when it comes to divorce, but is it worth the cost in the long run? In most cases, no. Not only can a cheap DIY divorce lead to ghastly errors, but having an experience lawyer on your side can mean quickly achieving the divorce settlement that you deserve. There are several reasons why…
Many couples get blindsided by divorce. After all, when people get married, they certainly are not planning for to be separated one day. So when someone does face divorce, they may not be as prepared as they would like to be. You can find answers for your specific case with an experienced divorce lawyer. In the meantime, you may find…
Perhaps you were not a model parent before, but now as you face a divorce, you want to be a better parent for your child. There are ways to improve your chances of still being awarded visitation rights, or even some custody, but do not be surprised if this does not happen initially. It will take time to prove to…
Depending on the circumstances, a paternity test could establish the father’s rights and/or the mother’s rights, as well as the rights of the child. There are several ways to establish paternity. One is that a married couple has a child; both biological parents are immediately considered the legal parents. If a couple marries after having a child, then paternity is…
While a divorce is far from ideal for the spouses, as there will be the stress of property division, new living arrangements, custody, support, and a complete life change; as parents we tend to forget the biggest concern we ought to have when we divorce our spouse—the children. It is so easy to get caught up in the hustle bustle…
It is the right of the father of a child to have visitation and custody rights , whether or not you were present at the time of the birth of your child. Perhaps your wife kept the baby a secret after the divorce, or you had a sexual relationship with another woman and she never told you about becoming present.…