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For many children, the Fourth of July means fireworks, sparklers, parades, cookouts, and ice cream. While those traditions are certainly part of the celebration, Independence Day also offers parents an opportunity to teach children about our nation’s history, the importance of freedom, and the value of spending meaningful time together.

For divorced parents, holidays can sometimes feel different than they once did. The good news is that children rarely remember whether a celebration was elaborate—they remember whether they felt loved, included, and connected. Whether this year’s holiday falls during your parenting time or you are sharing the day with your co-parent, the Fourth of July can become a cherished tradition for your family.

What Should Parents Tell Their Children?

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The new film, Michael, has sparked conversations about one of the most talented entertainers in history. Beyond the music, choreography, and unprecedented success, the movie also reminds audiences of another issue that affects countless families every day—drug addiction. Continue reading →

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Every year, the National Park and Recreation Association celebrates national parks and green spaces throughout the United States. This July, National Park and Recreation Month is themed around “the power of” parks and recreation. Continue reading →

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We will discuss how North Carolina courts treat substantial changes in circumstances in child custody disputes through the lens of the North Carolina Court of Appeals case Coggin v. Brennan.

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The purpose of a domestic violence protective order is to keep people safe, but safety isn’t something a court can provide simply on request. The process demands evidence, scrutiny, and a finding that the legal standard has actually been met. Sometimes, even when the allegations are extremely serious, that finding never comes. Continue reading →

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By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA

Father’s Day is much more than another date on the calendar. It is an opportunity to celebrate the men who guide, protect, teach, and love their children every day. Whether a father is married, divorced, remarried, or raising children as a single parent, the impact of an engaged father is profound. At Woodruff Family Law Group, we see firsthand how important healthy father-child relationships are to a child’s emotional well-being, especially during times of family transition.

Things to Do with Dad in Greensboro

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By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA

The new film Michael has renewed public interest in one of the most influential entertainers in history. Audiences will undoubtedly leave theaters talking about the music, the performances, and the controversies that surrounded Michael Jackson’s life. As an experienced family lawyer in the Triad, Greensboro, and Guilford County, I was inspired by the movie to write this blog about domestic violence. Continue reading →

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