Closing out the estate of a deceased loved one and completing probate can help the surviving family members receive closure. This is why many families do their best to make probate as quick as possible. However, sometimes a court will reopen an estate and resume...
If you want to end your marriage, it is important to go over many issues. If you have kids, make sure you look into child custody and even child support, depending on your circumstances. You should also review other financial issues surrounding divorce, such as the...
Many people view divorce as simply the end of a marriage. While the process does dissolve your marriage legally and establish a new legal agreement in its place, it is not simply the final stage. If you are wrestling with complex feelings, please be aware that you are...
Child support plays a crucial role in divorce proceedings involving children in North Carolina. Understanding the legal guidelines and regulations surrounding child support helps ensure compliance and avoid any potential disputes or complications. By utilizing child...
A will is likely the foundational element of your estate plan. When you created your estate plan, you probably put together a will before moving on to other documents. According to the CDC Foundation, a will is a legal document that lets you designate how you want to...
It can be a strong proactive decision to write a last will and testament early in life, but estate planning does not stop after drafting a will for the first time. After all, a will you wrote 20 years ago is very unlikely to reflect your desires, interests and...
If you do not write out a will, the state of North Carolina will disperse your estate based on intestacy laws. These laws establish a hierarchy of family members who could take possession of your property after your death. You probably worry the most about your...
Many people living in North Carolina cite similar reasons for why they have yet to create estate plans. Some feel as if they do not have enough assets to their name to warrant creating one. Others believe doing so is unnecessary because they do not, and do not plan...
Technology over the years has hit strides and made leaps and bounds in progress, creating many easier solutions for all kinds of problems. This includes the problem of keeping in touch with a child when co-parenting from a distance. Maintenance of reliable...
When you want to end your marriage, you must go through the court. The reason is that marriage is a legally binding contract, and you need a judge to issue an order ending the contract. When the court finalized your divorce, it ends all benefits and obligations you...