Alimony, often referred to as spousal support, varies widely based on the state that you live in. Here are some key points regarding alimony laws in North Carolina. Dependent Spouse Contrary to the past, the gender of the dependent spouse is irrelevant in awarding alimony. The court must only find that either one spouse is “substantially dependent” on the other, or that one spouse is “substantially in need of” of support. Substantially Dependent – When one spouse has an actu

In many divorce actions, husband and wife will enter into a voluntary settlement agreement that gives specific details regarding child custody and visitation rights. Often the same agreement will require that any dispute with the settlement agreement must be voluntarily mediated before either party can go to court to have any issue resolved. It is a misbelief that such voluntary mediation clause must be followed with respect to child custody and visitation rights. Fortunately

Is homosexuality a reason to deny child custody? Well, the simple answer to this question is no, but unfortunately, the “simple answer” is not always the only answer. Confused? This may help to clear things up. First, take a look at this North Carolina child custody case involving one heterosexual parent and one homosexual parent. Pulliam v. Smith: While Carol and Fredrick were married they had two sons together. After Carol Pulliam and Fredrick Smith divorced, Carol moved t