The holidays are over and you have reached the decision to separate and get a divorce. First, you are not alone as couples that decide to separate often do so right after the Holiday Season. Although you cannot actually file for a divorce until after you have been separated for over a year, couples might be more likely to separate in January than in other months. There are a few reasons for this. One, people do not want to divorce or separate during the holidays. This may be particularly … [Read more...]
You’ve Decided to Divorce – Now What? Handling Your Finances
The holidays are over and you have reached the decision to separate and get a divorce. Although you cannot actually file for a divorce until after you have been separated for over a year, couples might be more likely to separate in January than in other months. If the day has finally come that you and your spouse need to call it quits, you might be wondering what to do next. Should I move out of the house? (covered in a previously blog post you can read here) How do I handle my … [Read more...]
Taking the Concern of Money and Property out of your Marriage: Why you should consider a Pre-nup and Post-nup Agreement
You have found the love of your life and are planning your marriage (or you are currently married to the love of your life – congratulations - in which case you may need a post-nuptial agreement as described below). While you plan for your life ahead, including the wedding, you might be thinking about all the “stuff” you both have and how you would like to protect it … just in case. That’s what a pre-nup agreement does, right? Most people believe that a pre-nup agreement is a way to … [Read more...]
You’ve Decided to Divorce – Now What? Children, Custody and Visitation.
The holidays are over and you have reached the decision to separate and get a divorce. Although you cannot actually file for a divorce until after you have been separated for over a year, couples might be more likely to separate in January than in other months. If the day has finally come that you and your spouse need to call it quits, you might be wondering what to do next. Should I move out of the house? (read the previous blog post here) How do I handle my finances while we are … [Read more...]
A legal separation can make your divorce easier
If you are thinking about ending your marriage, you may be wondering if you should have a legal separation in place while your divorce is in process. While some couples separate for a time and either move forward with a divorce or try to reconcile, these are usually not cases of legal separation. When you opt for a legal separation, you will have to obtain a court approved agreement that details the terms of the separation. In order to make your separation legal in the Charlotte area, you … [Read more...]
Clint Davis – The Newest Member Of Our Team
Plumides, Romano, & Johnson, PC is pleased to announce the addition of Clint Davis as a new associate attorney with the firm’s litigation department. In this position, Clint will be involved in assisting the firm’s diverse family law, criminal, and civil litigation practices. Clint received his Juris Doctor from Campbell University in 2017, where he made Dean's List and served as Editor-in-Chief for the Campbell Law Observer. He was admitted to the NC Bar in 2017. Prior to joining … [Read more...]
Just because you did it, doesn’t mean you’re guilty!
When the police arrest you and ask you if you did it, you know that you did. You may not answer them right then -- it's best not to answer questions on your own, without a lawyer present -- but you know that they're right. You did it. Does that mean you're guilty? They'll threaten you with fines, jail time and all sorts of related ramifications. Is there no way around that? Are they right that your life as you knew it is over, because you're going to get convicted? Absolutely not. There … [Read more...]
Attempting to hide assets before a divorce could hurt your case
Many couples in North Carolina have spent years developing substantial marital estates. During your marriage, you could find yourself buying a home, funding a retirement account and otherwise accruing valuable assets. Eventually, though, your marriage starts showing signs of serious problems. You know you're likely going to be headed toward divorce court in the near future. It is completely normal to want to protect your financial assets during a divorce. However, you need to know the … [Read more...]
Successful co-parenting is possible with the right approach
Have you recently gone through the divorce process? Were you finally able to put your child custody dispute in the past? Do you now need to turn your attention to the future? Just because your marriage is in the past doesn't mean that you won't have any communication with your ex-spouse. This is particularly true if you have a child with this person. At first, successful co-parenting may seem impossible. You realize that every time you speak with your ex-spouse it results in a fight, which has … [Read more...]
A child support modification could save you money, stress
Paying child support may not be something you mind, as you realize the money is going toward your child living a better life. However, just because you can pay child support today doesn't mean this will remain the case in the future. There is a chance that your situation could change, leading you to struggle to keep up with payments. If a child support modification is on your mind, you need to learn more about making this request. In the end, this could save you a lot of money and stress (at … [Read more...]
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