North Carolina Divorce Lawyers BlogMost people assume that if someone lives in another state, they can’t be brought into court in North Carolina (or wherever you live). But family law is rarely that simple. When children are involved, courts look closely at a parent’s connections to the state and whether their actions had an impact there. That’s exactly what the North Carolina Court of Appeals addressed in Ziegler v. Ziegler. Continue reading →
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Court of Appeals Upholds Sole Custody Under Child’s Best Interest Standard
We will discuss the Fairley v. Matelski (2024) case and see why the North Carolina Court of Appeals upheld a custody decision, acting in the child’s best interest.
You will see how nuanced custody decisions can be, why it is imperative to pay special attention to every fact in family law cases involving child custody, and how even the smallest details can make a big difference. Continue reading →
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North Carolina Court of Appeals Reverses Child Support Modification Over Depreciation Findings
We will discuss the Mecklenburg County, o/b/o Herron v. Pressley case, and how the North Carolina Court of Appeals reversed a trial court order and modified the father’s child support obligation. Continue reading →
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When Does a Temporary Custody Order Become Permanent?
Child custody disputes are among the most common family law matters in court. Yet, due to the sensitive nature of the relationships and the complexity of the law, these cases can yield very different outcomes depending on the smallest details. Continue reading →
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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 →
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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 →
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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 →
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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 →
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When Is Wage Withholding Required for Child Support?
Child support enforcement in North Carolina often raises questions about wage withholding and when it is required, and whether the courts can allow alternative payment methods instead. As you will see in Price v. New Hanover County Child Support o/b/o Murray-Price, the North Carolina Court of Appeals has addressed these common questions directly. Continue reading →
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What Keith v. Keith Teaches Us About Child Custody Decisions
Family law cases are not decided in theory. They are decided based on real people, real finances, and real evidence. The North Carolina Court of Appeals case Keith v. Keith, 911 S.E.2d 371 (N.C. Ct. App. 2024) is a strong example of how courts evaluate child support when one parent controls their income and how important detailed court findings truly are. Continue reading →