I inherited a large amt of money. If I get a divorce could I lose any of this in a divorce settlement?

Generally speaking, an inheritance is your separate property and is not divided up in divorce. But, if you use that inherited money to buy a house...

What are the first steps in getting a divorce when you live in different states, and the cheapest way in NC?

Check with the Clerk of Court's office at your county courthouse and see if they have a packet of forms that you can use to do the divorce...

My girlfriend is pregnant , I'm pretty sure I'm father but still have a little dought should I sign affidavit of parentage?

There is a new statute that helps relieve you of responsibility if you find out later that the child is not yours, but if the child is not yours it...

I am in NC seeking separation and divorce. What do I need to do to establish separation? Is a protective order needed for safety

To establish separation, you simply need to live apart from your spouse. Once you are living apart with the intention that your separation be...

The father has residential custody, if he abandons my son with a family member can I go get him.

If your son is living with his Father pursuant to a Florida custody order, then you probably need to check with a Florida attorney about this. ...

What can I do

For North Carolina courts to enforce the order, you need to register the order here and then NC can enforce.

Can I file for a divorce while my husband is stationed overseas (Germany) and I am living in the US?

Even though your state of legal residence is GA, if you are in the military and have resided in NC for 6 months or been stationed at a military...

Do I have to leave my home? If so, how soon?

You cannot file for divorce in North Carolina unless you have lived separate and apart from your spouse for one year. Acting as if you are...

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Can you leave your son's wife out of my will so he gets all and does not have to share with his wife if they divorce?

There is no legal requirement that you include your son's wife in your will. You can have your son as your beneficiary and leave her out if that...

In a petty domestic violence case is it legal to serve the suspect's summons to the supposed victim?

I am not sure I completely understand the question. Are you saying that your girlfriend is the plaintiff and you are the defendant and the Sheriff...