Depending on your circumstances, you may have other options for ending your marriage besides a divorce. Many states offer legal separations, which can allow spouses to make some of the same decisions as a divorce regarding their shared property, child custody, and child support.
The division of marital property after a divorce will generally depend on whether or not you live in a community property state. The best way to determine whether your state is a community property state is to talk to a local attorney who can tell you what the law is and who can help you understand how that affects your situation.
Attorneys aren't needed for every divorce, but in many cases, legal assistance can be beneficial, if not crucial. With the complex nature of some divorce procedures and emotions running high, it is often a good idea to have a knowledgeable resource for information and a skilled advocate for negotiations and possible court proceedings.
Alimony and spousal support are interchangeable terms that refer to monthly payments from one ex-spouse to another following a divorce. These payments can be court-ordered or arranged by the parties involved and are intended to account for the adverse economic effect a divorce can have on one party.
If you are a divorcing or unmarried parent a custody and visitation lawyer can help resolve legal and physical custody issues involving your children.
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The entire process can take anywhere from one month to one year, depending on your individual situation. We will set an initial meeting with you where we will get to know you and let you tell us about your case. We will need to create and negotiate a settlement agreement, file your divorce paperwork with the court, and depending on how long you have been separated, we will petition the court for separation once an agreement has been reached.
There is no “typical” divorce situation. Every family is unique and every situation deserves the time and attention they need to fully develop an agreement that works for their family.
My practice is primarily focused on cases in Halifax, Northampton, and Warren Counties in North Carolina. I provide conscientious representation for all types of criminal cases, including traffic violations, DWI, misdemeanors, and serious felonies.
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