If you’ve received an inheritance, you may be wondering what happens to it in a divorce—and whether your spouse has any claim to it. In North Carolina, inherited property is typically treated as...
When a marriage ends, dividing assets is rarely straightforward—especially when those assets include investment accounts and stock options. These financial tools can carry significant long-term...
Cryptocurrency may have started as a fringe investment, but today, it’s a mainstream asset—and it’s showing up more frequently in divorce cases across North Carolina. Whether you're the spouse who...
In a North Carolina divorce, few documents carry more weight—or more risk—than the financial affidavit. This sworn statement lays out your income and expenses in black and white, and the court uses...
When couples divorce in North Carolina, dividing assets often takes center stage. But what about the debt you've accumulated together? Those joint credit cards, the mortgage, auto loans, and other...
It's one of the first fears people have when divorce is on the table: Can my spouse take all the money before I even file? In North Carolina, the answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no....
The decision to become a stay-at-home parent is often made jointly by spouses for the benefit of their family. But when divorce enters the picture, many stay-at-home moms and dads worry about their...
When leaving a controlling or abusive marriage, your financial security is just as important as your physical and emotional well-being. At Ellis Family Law, PLLC, we understand that financial abuse...
In North Carolina, inherited property isn’t automatically subject to division in a divorce—but it isn’t automatically protected either. At Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C., we understand that inheritances...
Many North Carolina residents pass away without a will, leaving critical decisions about their assets and loved ones in the hands of the state. Without proper planning, your estate may not be...