Category: Divorce and Separation

Many marriages fail because of infidelity by one or both spouses. Adultery, having sex with someone other than your spouse, can come as a shock to the spouse who has not strayed. The betrayal of a cheating spouse can cause emotional pain and anger. Proof of adultery can affect court…

One of the most important considerations during a divorce is how your child’s medical insurance and expenses will be paid following the dissolution of your marriage. Most insurance companies prohibit policyholders from keeping ex-spouses on their plans. However, North Carolina law requires divorcing parents to provide health and dental insurance…

Negotiating child custody arrangements is often the most emotional part of a divorce. Typically, each parent wants as much time as possible with their children. They also want to have an active role and input about important decisions that affect their children’s lives. A proper child custody arrangement serves the…

Many unhappy women who do not work outside of the home stay in bad marriages because they are afraid of the financial consequences of a divorce. Some stay-at-home moms find themselves on the receiving end of a shocking demand for a divorce. The financial impact of divorce on women is…

If you don’t have experienced guidance, the process of separation and divorce can feel overwhelming. Divorce stress is real, don’t underestimate this process, however, there are steps you can take to make even a contentious divorce less stressful. At Charles R. Ullman & Associates, our divorce attorneys can help you…

North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. That means that a couple that decides to divorce can end the marriage without providing any reason for the divorce. This is known as an absolute divorce, it requires living apart for a year before asking a judge to declare the marriage over….

A divorce after the age of 50 can result in emotional and financial blows that make what should be rewarding years more financially stressful and unhappier. As the rate of so-called gray divorce explodes – the Pew Research Center says the divorce rate has roughly doubled since the 1990s for…

Many people want to move and start their lives over after a divorce. However, a move to a new state is a bigger change after a divorce, especially if children are involved. The fact of your divorce agreement means there are several issues to consider before relocating out of state…

Once your divorce becomes final, you may have a desire to move away and make a fresh start. But relocating after divorce, especially relocating with a child after divorce, can be complicated. Life after a divorce is directed in many ways by your divorce agreement. It stands as a legal…

People in their 50s or 60s are normally focused on having financial security in retirement and spending more time with their families. But a divorce can disrupt an individual’s financial plans if it is not handled with the proper care. Poor decisions about the division of property and assets and…