Serving as a personal representative can feel overwhelming, especially when you are still grieving. In North Carolina, the Clerk of Superior Court oversees estate administration and expects records showing what was owned, paid and distributed. Organized records can...
If you leave someone an inheritance using your will, it is a relatively straightforward transfer. You may choose to leave a certain beneficiary $100,000. The estate executor helps guide the process of taking the estate through probate and distributing the inheritance...
When navigating a divorce, you might have questions about alimony or spousal support, especially when your ex has a prior order. An existing obligation can shape and limit how your own support payments are determined. While courts in North Carolina often treat earlier...
For many families, wills and other estate planning documents guide probate proceedings. These documents include beneficiaries and instructions regarding the distribution of property. Many people, however, never put a will or any other formal estate plan documents in...
It is not uncommon for a divorced parent to find a new spouse. When this happens, the remarriage would likely alter the family dynamics as it relates to the children. One important factor for the parents to consider are the potentially significant changes to the...
North Carolina family courts decide where your child will live and who gets to make important choices about their life. Judges only care about your child's best interests, not your preferences or the other parent's wishes. If you face a custody dispute in Lincolnton,...
To many people, estate planning is synonymous with drafting a will and thinking about their funeral preferences. However, people considering their legacies also often take steps to address their likely future needs in their golden years. Many adults first create their...
A new work schedule can affect more than your paycheck. If your hours now include nights, weekends, rotating shifts or frequent travel, your custody schedule may no longer match your child’s daily routine. In North Carolina, courts focus on custody arrangements that...
While every divorce is unique, there are common pitfalls that many people encounter. By learning about these mistakes and the steps you can take to avoid them, you may navigate North Carolina’s divorce process with greater clarity. Letting emotions drive your...
Buying a home in North Carolina is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make. One document you should never overlook is the seller's disclosure. It reveals critical details about a property's condition. Reviewing it thoroughly can protect you from...