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Common Law Marriage in North Carolina: What You Need to Know

September 11, 2026 | Jordan Griffin

North Carolina does not treat a long-term, unmarried relationship as a marriage, regardless of how many years a couple shares a home. Many couples do not learn this until a breakup, a hospital emergency, or a death…

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How to Prepare for Your First Divorce Consultation in North Carolina

September 1, 2026 | Tee Leitner

You have decided to speak with a divorce lawyer for the first time, and now you are not sure how to get ready. That uncertainty is common at the start of a North Carolina divorce, when the paperwork, the questions, and…

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I Just Got a DWI and Don’t Know What to Do Next

May 17, 2026 | Tim Cannady

Getting your first DWI (Driving While Impaired) charge can be a terrifying and confusing time. DWI charges come with a lot of moving pieces, and ignoring or not understanding these pieces can often make a difference in…

What Does a Civil Lawyer Do?

April 8, 2026 | Ellie Brag

A legal dispute often stops feeling manageable the moment formal papers arrive or the other side hires counsel. A contract dispute can turn into a civil lawsuit. A family dispute can expand into formal litigation or…

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What Does a Cease and Desist Letter Mean in North Carolina?

April 7, 2026 | Ellie Brag

You received a cease and desist letter. It carries an attorney’s letterhead, a stated deadline, and a demand to stop specific conduct. What you are trying to figure out is whether it carries real legal weight or…

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What to Do After Being Served Civil Papers in North Carolina

April 7, 2026 | Ellie Brag

You are holding legal papers, someone came to your door, or certified mail arrived with court documents, and now you are asking, why would I be getting served civil papers. Most people do not deal with service of…

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Child Custody Battles: Strategies for Navigating Family Law

January 29, 2024 | Jordan Griffin

Child custody battles are among the most challenging experiences that a parent can face. A traumatic separation or a divorce can be emotionally taxing, mainly when the custody arrangements must be determined. However,…

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Child Support and Taxes: What You Need to Know

January 29, 2024 | Jordan Griffin

At tax time, many North Carolina parents who pay or receive child support are unsure whether it lowers what they owe or counts as taxable income. The rules are widely misunderstood, partly because the tax treatment of…

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The Role of Social Media in North Carolina Divorce Cases

January 11, 2024 | Tee Leitner

Separation does not erase a social media history. Years of photos, check-ins, and comments stay where you left them, and your spouse may already be reading through all of it. Only some of those posts can affect your…

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