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General
Black And White
Mediation, Parenting Coordination and Collaborative Law promote problem-solving by considering many possibilities and by looking for solutions in between winning and losing. Why not consider debate, dispute resolution and parenting within the framework of a system that recognizes and embraces the many possibilities between black & white?
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Family Law
Me And You And A Dog Named Boo
What happens to the family dog when a couple separates? Are they members of the family or merely possessions owned by the couple? The answer to that second question may determine how you respond to the first question.
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Wills & Estates
Have You Done Your Annual Legal Checkup?
You have annual medical check-ups. But, have you done your annual legal checkup? Don't ignore your legal and financial health.
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Family Law
THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT
If preserving a healthy co-parenting relationship is important to you, a Collaborative Divorce may be your best path. If you can get through your separation and divorce knowing the kids are alright, it makes all the other issues less daunting and easier to resolve.
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Real Estate
Free Trader Agreements - What They Do and Don’t Do
With a Free Trader Agreement prepared by Irvine Law Firm, separated spouses can acquire and mortgage property prior to divorce without the consent, approval or signature of their separated spouse.
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General
Why We Rebranded
If you have been to our website before, you will notice some big changes in the present website. If this is your first visit, welcome. With a website that seems to be working, why change it? Well, here are some of the reasons we thought it was time for a change.
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General
Going To Court Alone?
Make sure you know what to expect when you go to court. We can help you prepare to represent yourself.
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Family Law
Child Custody Witness
Which people make the best witnesses for your custody case? A child cannot determine his or her custody, but can testify in certain circumstances. Find out whether it is a good idea to call the child as a witness.
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Family Law
Rights you lose upon divorce
Divorce is not just the end of the marriage. Divorce cuts off several important marital and property rights. You may think that all you need is a simple uncontested divorce. However, before you get the judge to sign your divorce decree, you need to understand the rights that will end upon the entry of your divorce judgment.
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Family Law
Why Your Mediator Cannot Draft a Legally Enforceable Settlement Agreement After Your Successful Mediation
The Rules that govern mediators in North Carolina prohibit mediators from giving legal advice or otherwise “practicing law” while acting as a mediator. The drafting of an agreement that can be enforced by the courts is the practice of law. Your Mediator cannot prepare an enforceable agreement for you and your spouse.
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Real Estate
Does my spouse have to sign the deed?
Even though a piece of real estate is titled solely to you, your spouse may need to sign the Deed to transfer the property. Find out why.
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Family Law
Parenting Coordinator or Guardian Ad Litem: Which is best for your custody case?
A Parenting Coordinator and a Guardian Ad Litem share the goal of the best interest of the child involved in a custody case. Learn how the two roles differ in their focus, rights and obligations.