DURHAM FAMILY LAW BLOG
DURHAM FAMILY LAW BLOG
During times of crisis, domestic violence can get worse
The pandemic has created a whole new set of rules to live by. We’ve been encouraged to stay at home and avoid unnecessary social interactions with family and friends. The public health reasoning behind this is personal safety. But what if for you, home is an unsafe...
What could happen if I can’t pay child support during the pandemic?
Divorce can be expensive. You no longer have someone else to share the costs of your mortgage, utility bills and insurance. In addition, you may also have additional expenses – in the form of alimony and child support. During the pandemic, insecure employment may be...
Am I responsible for my spouse’s debt in a divorce?
The global health crisis has had far-reaching impacts on virtually every aspect of life. In addition to the thinly stretched resources in the healthcare industry, nearly every family across the country has experienced additional challenges. Unemployment has spiked,...
3 Tips for creating an estate plan without family friction
It’s an unfortunate reality that the loss of a parent can often bring out the worst in adult children. Whether it’s because they don’t find their share of the inheritance to be fair or are skeptical about how a sibling is handling assets, death can easily cause a...
Can you protect yourself after divorce?
Uncertainty can add stress to any relationship. In light of the current global health crisis, potential job loss, demands of working from home and financial market shifts can shatter your long-term hopes and dreams, as well as your day-to-day existence. As a couple,...
Estate planning during the pandemic: factors to consider
The sudden pandemic that has swept the globe has forced all of us to face a troubling reality and an uncertain future. The novel coronavirus poses real threats to all of us – young and old. You may, perhaps for the first time in your life, be grappling with issues of...
How to plan for co-parenting through the pandemic
We are facing an unprecedented time in our history. The coronavirus pandemic has devastated our country in ways that, just a few short months ago, we never could have expected. In North Carolina, businesses have begun to reopen and restrictions on social gatherings...
Facing job loss during the pandemic? Consider the value of a postnup
The current healthcare crisis has affected families across the country in a variety of ways. You may be facing additional stress at home as you take on the new responsibility of home schooling your children. Your mental health may be suffering, as social distancing...
When do you need a prenuptial agreement?
When you are engaged and planning a wedding, you have a lot of details to work out. What date will you get married? Where will your wedding and reception take place? What will you do for food and entertainment? One item you may overlook though is considering if you...
Dividing your marital home during unprecedented times
In our current pandemic, many are becoming increasingly reliant on their family homes. Many that previously ate at restaurants now make their food or order from delivery services. Their living room may have been their children’s school after school closures. They may...
