A will (also known as a “last will and testament”)is a legal document that decides where a person’s financial assets and property will go after their death. Guardianship of children may also be decided in documents like these. As with any other legal documents, there are requirements that need to be followed in order to…
With Spring around the corner, we are all transitioning from the cold of Winter to the warmth that Spring promises. It’s a time of transition, similarly it may be a time of change in your life. Perhaps you are going through a new phase of your life, whether it be family related or you’re evaluating…
Asserting Custody: In 2022, many grandparents and other relatives are helping to raise the biological children of their children. It is a highly controversial and important topic to discuss because it is pivotal to the wellbeing and fostering of our next generation. Children all deserve to live in a household that provides them the tools…
Q: What is the difference between SSI and SSDI? A: SSI is the acronym for Supplemental Security Income. It is a needs-based program for low-income disabled people who do not have enough work credits to qualify for SSDI. To qualify you must show that you have a qualifying medical condition and that your income and…
The holiday season and new year is a time of reflection and personal resolution for individuals, couples, and families. It’s a time of year that aims to bring couples and families closer together, while inspiring set aspirations for the new year. Unfortunately, this time of year also marks a time where many couples choose to…
Divorce in North Carolina is a relatively simple idea. North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. Parties can file for divorce on their own for any or no reason. The only requirement to be eligible for an Absolute Divorce is that you must have completed a one-year separation period before you can file the complaint…
Just like any adult, minors ages 1-17, have the right to access necessities, such as shelter, food, clothing, education, needed medical treatment, and security from harm, which are usually provided by their parents. Unfortunately, the reality is that there are many children in the world without these necessities, even in the United States. For this…
Something similar to a will is a power of attorney. Power of attorney is a legal term that describes when one person gives another person or persons the authority to act as a legal representative on their behalf. Similar to a will, a document has to be executed that details who the power of attorney…
For more detail, the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines is found at: https://ncchildsupport.ncdhhs.gov/ecoa/cseGuideLines.htm . Below are some thoughts about why child support is important and some highlights from the guidelines. Any living human must love, care for, support and invest in their own child regardless of the custody arrangement. The Child Support purpose is to…
When one parent moves with children from a different state to North Carolina, it may be necessary to transfer the custody or child support order. This is suggested when the terms of the original order make it hard for parents to continue to comply. An example would be when the distance between the 2 parents’…
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