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Custody Mediation

What is Custody Mediation?

Child CustodyFamily Law
A custody mediation is a guided conversation between parents regarding child custody. The primary goal and purpose of a custody mediation is to allow parties to meet together to share information and make decisions in an attempt to avoid having…
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Statutory Termination of Alimony

Divorce
When a couple separates, it is common for one or both parties to move on as if they were no longer married. You may even find yourself quickly engaged in a long-term relationship. However, if alimony has been awarded to…
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Emergency Custody Order in North Carolina

Child Custody
Following a separation, parents have certain rights concerning how and when they can spend time with their children. Though these terms are negotiated and established legally, it is understandable that the non-custodial parent will be concerned about their child’s safety…
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Modification of Child Custody

Child Custody
A child custody order can be modified if the parent requesting it can prove a substantial and material change in circumstances.  The parent moving to modify the existing custody order must first meet the test of substantial change in circumstances…
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Domestic Violence Protective Orders

Divorce
Domestic violence is not something any individual plans to face. It can be extremely frightening and victims of domestic violence often feel trapped in an unsafe situation. There are legal steps; however, that victims of domestic violence can take to…
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What Can a Prenuptial Agreement Do?

Family Law
A prenuptial agreement, frequently referred to as a “prenup,” is a contract entered into prior to marriage. These agreements are entered into by engaged couples and they address the splitting of assets in the event of divorce. Many couples are…
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Adoption in North Carolina

Family Law
Adopting a child can be a long process, but the reward is certainly worth the wait. The post provides an overview of the steps involved in adopting a child in North Carolina Being Prepared There are several different types of…
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Who Qualifies for an Annulment in North Carolina?

Divorce
Like a divorce, an annulment legally terminates a marriage. Unlike a divorce; however, an annulment declares that the marriage never existed. There is a common misperception that annulments are simpler and quicker than divorces. Unfortunately, this is not the case.…
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What is Joint Legal Custody?

Child Custody
There are many different types of custody. Each of which has different requirements, restrictions and benefits. One that appears frequently is Joint Legal Custody. Joint legal custody generally refers to the right and responsibility to make decisions with important and…
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Separation Agreement FORM

Separation Agreement

Family LawSeparation & Divorce
In North Carolina a couple who wishes to divorce must be separated for at least one year prior to filing for divorce. This can create problems especially regarding finances and child custody between the time a married couple decides to…
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How to Void a Prenuptial Agreement

Family Law
A prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital agreement or a prenup is a contract a couple enters before marriage. The contract addresses the rights and obligations of each spouse after marriage. These agreements are governed by the Uniform Premarital…
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Adoption Process in North Carolina

Family Law
Adoption is a great option for many couples or individuals looking to grow their families. Adoption can seem like a daunting process but it can be greatly simplified with the help of an attorney. The first thing many people who…
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Collaborative Divorce

DivorceFamily Law
Brian King is a participating party in the WNC Collaborative Law Group Article written by David J Irvine, Jr. It probably sounds to many people like divorce is far from collaborative.  After all, a couple who once promised to be…
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Adoption in South Carolina

Family Law
Adopting a child can be a daunting process. Retaining an attorney is a necessary to navigate the intricate laws that surround the adoption process. Here at King Law we have a great deal of experience in family law. Adoptions are…
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Child Custody With No Order

Child Custody
Each parent has equal rights with respect to their child and can spend as much time with their child as they wish. This may not be a problem when both parents are living together with the child as a family…
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Divorce From Bed and Board

Separation & Divorce
Contrary to the name, divorce from bed and board is not actually a divorce, rather, it is North Carolina’s form of legal separation. Divorce from bed and board typically occurs when the married parties are living together and neither party…
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The North Carolina Annulment: A Rare Happening

Divorce
Annulments in North Carolina are only available for defective marriages that are legally void or voidable. Examples of void marriages are bigamous marriages. Voidable marriages are valid until they are challenged in a proper court proceeding. Some examples of voidable…
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Terminating Parental Rights in North Carolina

Child Custody
Every parent retains constitutional legal rights and responsibilities for their child in North Carolina unless this relationship is terminated. Termination of parental rights means that a person’s rights as a parent are taken away by the Courts. This terminates the…
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Co-Parenting 101

Child Custody
Co-Parenting 101 is a guide on how two parents can navigate raising children together when the parents themselves are not a couple. Be the better person. Assume everything you say will be read in court before your parents, pastor, and…
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Stimulus Checks and Child Support

Child Support
I owe child support; can my stimulus check be seized? I’m behind on my child support payments, can I still get a stimulus check? With people receiving stimulus checks, questions are arising regarding how child support obligations may impact their…
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Coronavirus Lockdowns and Domestic Violence

Divorce
For a domestic violence victim, the most dangerous place to be maybe their own home. While lockdowns and quarantines have been essential tools in slowing the spread of the Coronavirus, early statistics are showing an increase in domestic violence incidents.…
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How To Co-Parent With A No Contact Order

Child Custody
Separation and divorce can be extremely difficult for all parties involved.  The emotions, changes to your physical environment, and especially the expenses can be hard to cope with.  And while many cases of divorce are simple and free of high…
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What You Should Know About Spousal Spying

What You Should Know About Spousal Spying

Divorce
Spousal spying can take many forms. It may involve glancing over your spouse’s shoulder while they are sending a text message or putting hidden cameras in your home. Whether you are spying or being spied on, there are several things…
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Adoption Process in South Carolina

Adoption Process in South Carolina

Family Law
Adopting a child can be a long process, but the reward is certainly worth the wait. This post provides an overview of the steps involved in adopting a child in South Carolina. Research Your Options Before you begin, you should…
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Grandparents and Child Custody

Grandparents and Child Custody

Grandparents Rights
Grandparents have some rights to custody and visitation of their grandchildren in North Carolina. However, these rights are fairly limited. There are only a few specific situations where a grandparent can bring a claim for custody or visitation. Even if…
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Locating Hidden Assets

Equitable Distribution
This blog post is part of a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Presentation by Brian King. Divorce is never easy and most often stimulates a world of emotions such as fear, resentment, or anger. Some spouses attempt to cope with these emotions by hiding…
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Child Support and Age of Majority

Child Support
In North Carolina, the emancipation of a child occurs when the child turns 18, or if the child is in high school, when the child turns 20 or graduates from high school, whichever is first.  Emancipation means a stage when…
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What is Parental Kidnapping?

Child Custody
Parental kidnapping happens when one parent takes their child without the consent of the other parent. There are two main ways this happens: One parent violates a custody agreement and takes off with the child There is no custody agreement…
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Custody of Special Needs Children

Child Custody
Custody cases involving special needs children can present unique issues. The special needs child may require special care that could impact how the parents conduct child custody and child support negotiations. Both physical custody and legal custody can be more…
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Child Abandonment in South Carolina

Child Custody
Parents have rights and responsibilities regarding their children in South Carolina. They must provide financial support, but they also have the right to seek visitation or custody.  However, if a parent abandons their child, they have failed to meet their…
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