How do I file for custody without a lawyer?

There are a few more hoops to jump through. Our firm offers "coaching" services and drafting services, where we can draft the documents for you and...

Is there a law in North Carolina ( the fourth judicial law?) that dictates the child reside with each parent for 6 months?

Many times a spouse in separation will try to intimidate the other by threatening all kinds of things regarding the children. A court will inquire...

In your opinion what will the outcome for custody be granted to?

I agree with Mark's advice. You need to understand that an action started by the Dept of Social Services for neglect or abuse has nothing to do...

Husband deceased, wife disabled, medical bills owed for husband.

There are two principles at work here. The first is an old doctrine that still exists in NC called the Doctrine of necessities. It basically...

Husband wont agree to sell house, want to forclose.

It is within the discretion of the court to allow you to sell the house without his signature and order the transfer of the property by deed, which...

What can i do if my ex won't abide by the property setlement signed by the judge?its under the contempt rule.Signed in June.2010

I would add that depending on the settlement/order that was signed by the court, if he is found to be in contempt in Forsyth County, our judges...

I have moved out of my home and want a divorce can i move to another state?

As to your question about te 6 month requirement, that requires one of you to have lived in North Carolina for the 6 months PRIOR TO FILING THE...

In addition to Mark's answer, your brother needs to be aware that although they are separated, the law presumes that the driver of a vehicle is on...

Can my wife go after the woman I slept with

North Carolina is one of the few states that still recognizes the torts (civil wrong) of criminal conversation and alienation of affection. The...

Rick's answer is excellent. Our local judges are not typically inclined to award alimony on the basis of marital misconduct alone, and apply the...