- DivorceAs opposed to divorce mediation, decisions made in a divorce arbitration can be made into a court judgment. While the decisions of an arbitrator are typically binding and final, some variations have emerged in recent years. You can learn more about whether arbitration is a viable option when you contact our divorce attorneys in Cary.
- Child SupportThe calculation of child support is governed by North Carolina Child Support Guidelines established by the Conference of Chief District Court Judges. The worksheets are the property of and copyrighted by the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) and placed on this web site with permission of AOC.
- Child Custody and VisitationHow to Get Child Custody in Raleigh Custody of a minor child may be decided through either an agreement between the parents or by a judge. In Raleigh, North Carolina, custody may be awarded to either one or both parents, another person (such as a grandparent), an organization, or an agency. A judge decides custody placement based on what is in the best interests of the child. In order for a judge... Continue Reading
- AdoptionLynn is a strong advocate of adoption, having handled numerous step-parent and private placement adoptions. For her, each family holds a special place in her heart. Lynn volunteers her time and professional talents serving on the North Carolina Bar Association Adoption Committee. This Committee advocates for adoption and helps improve adoption law by recommending changes to the North Carolina legislature.
- Paternity
- Premarital AgreementWhen a couple is engaged, the parties may enter into an agreement prior to the marriage that outlines what will happen to their property and assets in the event of their death or divorce. This agreement is known as a pre-nuptial ("pre-nup") or premarital agreement.
- Spousal SupportWhen a married couple separates, one spouse may be able to file a complaint with the court seeking spousal support from the other party. North Carolina courts will award spousal support only to a dependent spouse. Generally, a spouse is dependent if he or she earns insufficient income to maintain the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage because of the loss of the other spouse's income.
- Legal SeparationAccording to North Carolina law, the separation of a married couple takes place when they move into separate residences with the intent to remain separate and apart. It is advisable for a couple contemplating legal separation in North Carolina to consult with their attorneys prior to their actual separation for the purpose of drafting a Separation Agreement and Property Settlement.
- AnnulmentAnnulment: A marriage can be dissolved in a legal proceeding in which the marriage is declared void, as though it never took place. In the eyes of the law, the parties were never married. It is available only under certain limited circumstances.
- Child AbuseJoint custody can, of course, be beneficial for the child if the parents are interested in and capable of working together for the child's best interests. On the other hand, it can be disastrous if one parent is bent on obstructing or undermining the other parent or the child.
- Sex CrimesInteract of Wake County is a local agency that provides counseling, support group, and court advocacy to victims and survivors of sexual assault.
- MisdemeanorsA marriage license is valid for 60 days and the marriage ceremony itself can take place at any time within that 60 days. It is a misdemeanor to obtain a marriage license by misrepresentation or false pretenses.
- Restraining OrderAnyone who is a victim of domestic violence must understand how the l egal process works and how to obtain a court order of protection—also called a restraining order or domestic violence order. But knowledge of the process, or even having the order in hand, does not, by any means, eliminate the necessity to remain ever vigilant and at all times keenly aware of the perpetrator’s existence. The... Continue Reading
- Real Estate LitigationJustin was born in Rochester, New York, and graduated with a degree in legal studies from the State University of New York at Fredonia. He relocated to Apex, North Carolina, in 2006 and attended Campbell University School of Law. Justin graduated cum laude from Campbell Law in 2010, where he was a member of the law review and moot court team. Justin was also a research assistant on Webster’s Real Estate Law in North Carolina while in law school. He was admitted to practice law in North Carolina in 2010.
- Personal InjuryAfter passing the N.C. Bar Examination, Lynn chaired the civil litigation section at Kurtz & Blum in Raleigh for over eight years, focusing on family law and wills, as well as handling certain worker’s compensation and personal injury matters. Knowing firsthand how much of a difference it makes when facing divorce to have a skilled and compassionate lawyer, Lynn found her niche in family law. In 2008, Lynn was recognized as a Top 12 of the Triangle’s Finest for Divorce & Family Law in the Independent Weekly.
- Estate PlanningNavigating a divorce can be, and usually is, overwhelming and frightening. There are multiple things to think about, many of which are in an area you know little or nothing about. During the divorce process, you are confronted with issues of estate planning, taxes, the inner workings of a spouse’s business financials, retirement accounts, and child custody. A small, but essential, area important... Continue Reading
- Wills
- Tax LawDuring the summer of 2005, Scott clerked for the North Carolina Attorney General's Office, then studied international law with the Wake Forest Law School summer program in Venice, Italy. During the summer of 2006, Scott clerked for this firm, authoring a seminar manuscript on tax law and divorce, as well as coauthoring an appellate brief to the North Carolina Court of Appeals. After graduating from Wake Forest Law School, Scott was admitted to practice law in North Carolina in 2008.