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Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Estate Planning, Wills & Estates
Many Americans will move to a different state during the course of their life. According to data provided by the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, approximately 40 percent of people nationwide live in a state different from the one in which they were born. Nearly half of the current residents of North Carolina were …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Real Estate Lawyer, Titles
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law, Terminating parental rights
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Real Estate Lawyer, Real Estate Transaction Management
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Estate Planning
Every adult needs an estate plan. A well-designed estate plan will help you ensure that your wishes are honored no matter what tomorrow brings. Yet, a shocking percentage of Americans do not have any type of estate plan in place. Indeed, a survey cited by the AARP found that 6 in 10 Americans lack basic …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law, Separation Mediation
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 …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Estate Planning
An all-too-common misconception is “When I die, my house will go to my spouse, I don’t need a will to ensure that happens.” While this belief might be correct, it is better to ensure that your real property transfers the way that you want it to, otherwise your property will be transferred by intestate succession. …
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Read More...Posted by Plyler, Long & Corigliano, LLP | Family Law
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: …
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