Custody in North Carolina is divided between legal custody – for making life decisions – and physical custody, which relates to where the child actually lives. A completely noncustodial parent has neither legal nor physical custody. What Must a Noncustodial Parent Do? North Carolina Child Support Services (CSS) requires that noncustodial parents (NCPs) do the…

Is There a Child Custody Age Limit? The age of majority in North Carolina is 18 and, thus, barring exceptional circumstances, custody orders will end at that age. How Can Age Affect Child Custody? North Carolina law does not specify any age at which a judge must listen to a child’s preferences as to custody….

A divorce is one of the most stressful life events that a person will ever face. Mediation can make the process faster and less expensive while also allowing you to control the outcome of your divorce case. It can even set the stage for a successful working relationship with your former spouse in the future….

Child support is an ongoing financial burden that becomes too much for many parents to pay. If you find yourself in this situation, you are not alone. The experienced Charlotte family law attorneys at Remington and Dixon are here to help.  The Potential Consequences of Child Support Arrears Many stressful things can happen when you…

There are many professions that require a professional license from the state. Anyone from a nail technician to an accountant to everyone in between can face professional discipline. A suspension could prevent them from lawfully working in your field for months or even years. A revoked license could force you to change careers entirely, which…

The process of divorce is not always easy. Once you have made the difficult decision to end a marriage, you may face a complicated court process that is emotionally draining if it includes other matters such as child custody, child support, spousal support or division of property. Knowing what to expect can help you feel…

Divorces are complicated and there are a lot of difficult legal issues to navigate. When you and your former partner are going your separate ways, it’s not as easy as cutting ties. Many couples create alimony agreements. Are you or your former partner eligible for alimony? If you’re confused about the qualifications for alimony, we’re here…

Did you know that alimony can be withheld by an employer and paid to the affected person under North Carolina law? North Carolina family law courts may require the earning spouse to pay alimony payments to their ex-spouse in divorce cases. This is to compensate for the non-earning spouse’s financial loss as a result of the divorce. There…

The average amount of child support paid monthly is around $500. If you’ve just lost your job or receive a pay cut, this is a huge amount that you might not be able to pay. On the other hand, if you receive child support but find that it’s not enough to cover rising expenses, it can…

Marriages break down every single day. This is an unfortunate fact, but it’s true. Much of the time, a separation of a union is merely the logical conclusion of a relationship that is no longer working. When children are involved, the process of divorce often becomes more complicated. More factors must be taken into account. Terms—such as…