For parents who have young kids, going through a divorce or separation can be especially challenging. You have to work out issues related to child custody and child visitation. In North Carolina, custody & visitation disputes are resolved under the state’s “best interests of the child” standard. Here, our Monroe family lawyers provide an overview …

Read More...

Does your child or close loved one have special needs? If so, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney who understands the special estate planning needs you may have. Leaving money or property directly to the benefit of a special needs individual could undermine their eligibility for important government benefits, including Medicaid. The …

Read More...

As simply defined by Investopedia, a title is a legal document “that shows legal ownership to a property.” If you are buying or selling residential or commercial real estate in North Carolina, it is crucial that you are familiar with the potential issues that can arise with the title. Here, our Monroe real estate attorneys …

Read More...

North Carolina parents have important legal rights and legal responsibilities. You may be wondering: Can one simply give up their parental rights in North Carolina? The short answer is “no” — you cannot voluntarily relinquish parental rights or parental responsibilities. Instead, there must be a court proceeding in which the judge orders termination of parental …

Read More...

The real estate market has been especially hot over the past 12 months. Earlier this year, the Carolina Public Press reported that the housing market in North Carolina “exploded” as pandemic-related restrictions started to ease. In this market, it is crucial that you are prepared to navigate the transaction. Real estate transactions are complicated. Whether …

Read More...

Going through a divorce or separation is never easy. Not only are there complicated legal questions to be addressed, but emotions can run very high. At the same time, few people want a fight over a divorce or separation. Amicable, low conflict solutions are desirable. Divorces, separations, and other family law disputes are often great …

Read More...

Adopting a child is a wonderful way to add to your family. The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reports that nearly 140,000 children are adopted nationwide each year, some through a private process as infants, others by step-parents, and some out of the foster-care system. This has raised an important question: …

Read More...

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports that six million homes are sold in the United States every year. Earlier this year, CNBC reported that home prices rose at a historic rate. In order to be savvy consumers, buyers and sellers must have the tools and information they need to navigate such a dynamic real …

Read More...