A North Carolina Court of Appeals decision in the Face v. Face (2024) case addressed many key points in separation court proceedings, including equitable distribution and alimony, as well as procedural issues such as subject-matter jurisdiction and correction of clerical errors in domestic law. Continue reading →
How Parental Fitness Can Determine Custody
Nobody gets married thinking they will one day be sitting in a courtroom, arguing over who is better fit to take care of the kids. However, in cases where relationships fail, family courts focus primarily on determining which parent can truly give their children a secure and stable home. Continue reading →
North Carolina Court of Appeals Affirms Grandparent Custody
In Harney v. Harney, the North Carolina Court of Appeals addressed a specific child custody dispute involving the child’s mother and grandfather. Continue reading →
How Courts React to Parental Alienation in North Carolina
Co-parents who weaponize their children don’t always get away with it, and Hasz v. Brittain is proof of that. Continue reading →
Alimony Reversed: Key Takeaways from Sunshine v. Sunshine (2024)
The 2024 Sunshine v. Sunshine decision of the North Carolina Court of Appeals clarified how courts should handle income imputation in divorce cases. Continue reading →
Navigating the Healthcare Profession as a Single Parent
Healthcare givers know how demanding that career can be. From unpredictable schedules to long hours, life can be very overwhelming. Add to it the role of being a single parent and fitting everything in can feel impossible. Continue reading →
African American Legal Pioneers Who Changed US History
Black voices were legally silenced in courtrooms for a large portion of American history. A brave few, however, refused to remain silent. Continue reading →
The Long Tradition of Lawyers in the White House
Every President’s Day, we tend to focus on the marble statues, the legacy-defining speeches, and – let’s be honest – the three-day weekend mattress sales. But if you look past the monuments and the discounts, you’ll find that the White House has long been the nation’s most exclusive law firm. Continue reading →
Tips For Newly Single People On Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and with it you simply can’t escape the messages of love that are everywhere. While many find this holiday to be fun and exciting, for those who are newly single, it can be hurtful and upsetting. Continue reading →
About Judge Elreta Melton Alexander
Judge Elreta Melton Alexander became one of the most influential people in a state where Black women seldom held courtroom firsts. She didn’t wait for the legal community to accommodate her; instead, she entered it and changed the courtroom by refusing to be shut out. Continue reading →
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