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 →
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.
We will discuss the North Carolina Court of Appeals case Fitzgerald v. Fortner (2024) and explain the key issues of juvenile court jurisdiction, child custody transfer, and standing in custody disputes. You will see why the court vacated a Chapter 50 custody order and what the statutory requirements under North Carolina family law are. Continue reading →
Co-parents who weaponize their children don’t always get away with it, and Hasz v. Brittain is proof of that. Continue reading →
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 →
The holidays are an exciting time to get together with family and celebrate being together, but for a single parent it can be full of challenges. Whether you have a great co-parenting relationship or a tumultuous one, you can still make the holidays a time of happiness and cheer. Here are a few ways you can thrive this holiday season and make treasured memories that will last a lifetime. Continue reading →
The holidays are a season of giving. We shop for our children, cook up incredible feasts to share with loved ones, decorate our homes to spread joy, and often make end-of-year contributions to our favorite charities. But in the hustle and bustle that comes with December, it’s easy to overlook some of the most vulnerable members of our North Carolina community: the animals in our local shelters. Continue reading →
There are numerous factors courts must consider when making custody and visitation determinations, but the preeminent factor is the best interest of the child. In some cases, courts may weigh the child’s preference as part of their overall considerations, but this is handled on a case-by-case basis. The child’s age, maturity, and ability to understand the implications of such a decision may impact a court’s willingness to consider the child’s preferences. Continue reading →
Summer is the best time of year; schools are out, you get to spend time with your kids, and the weather is great! However, the summer months can be tricky for divorced parents since there are often custody agreements to consider. The good news is that there are tons of fun activities in the Triangle that make it easy to create unforgettable memories with your kids. If you’re looking for summer vacation ideas you and your little ones are sure to love, this article’s for you! Continue reading →
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