You can still file a claim for post separation support and alimony unless a judgment of divorce has already been entered. Whether you will...

Name Change

If he consents to the name change, yes. If he refuses, it's likely not going to happen. You'd have to have a hearing before the clerk and prove...

What documentation is necessary to begin a custody agreement for a family that has never had one?

Your instincts are correct. You definitely need a real custody order in place. Step one is filing a complaint for custody with the clerk of court...

What do I do for this situation. Do I sign the quitclaim, should I push for us to sell the house or have her buy my equity?

Are you actually divorced or are you just separated? Have you executed a separation agreement or consent order discussing the distribution of...

I need legal help for for daughter's father

Unless he has been declared incompetent and unless the sister has been appointed his guardian, I don't see how he could be prevented from leaving. ...

You cannot reverse the adoption, but if the child and the biological parents want to reestablish their legal parent-child relationship, they can...

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What can I do when the father of my 4 month old child avoids child support but asks for visitation

I completely agree with the previous answer and just want to add that there's really no such thing as "full custody" in North Carolina. Both...

Who gets the land?

If she put his name on the deed after inheriting it, and especially if they spent money during the marriage on mortgage/improvements, etc., then it...

How do I go about getting a name change in North Carolina?

Assuming you're over 18 it's a fairly simple process. There are certain forms that need to be filed in the special proceedings department in your...

Can i go to jail if i miss an alimony payment

If you are agreeing to alimony in a separation agreement, you need to include modifying/terminating factors. If you fail to comply with a term of...