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How to Win a Partition Action Against an Unmarried Ex-Partner

Many of the steps in a North Carolina divorce involve unraveling the economic ties between spouses. However, North Carolina couples may jointly own property even when unmarried, which can create legal headaches when the couple breaks up. Partition actions often come into play in these situations, and knowing how to win a partition action in […]

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All About Temporary Guardianship

In North Carolina, guardianship is a legal relationship in which a person or agency (the guardian) obtains authority from the court to make decisions and act on behalf of a person (the ward) who cannot make decisions for themselves due to physical or mental incapacity. The guardian serves as a decision-maker and an advocate for […]

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Things to Keep in Mind When Drafting a Postnuptial Agreement

No one ever gets married thinking they will get divorced. However, divorce happens, and you should protect yourself in the event of divorce or separation. A postnuptial agreement could be the right option for you and your spouse if you are already married. What Is a Postnuptial Agreement? Postnuptial agreements are legal documents that couples […]

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Foster parents celebrated for their commitment to caring for children

The Wilson County Department of Social Services in North Carolina recently honored foster parents, a group of people who take the time and effort to care for children who have been taken from their own families. During the DSS’ annual Foster Parent Banquet, DSS director Glenn Osborne said, “I look around this room and I know that […]

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Adoption/marriage agency's discrimination based on religious beliefs

Michigan, like some other states, practice contradicting laws on religious freedom and the government’s mandate to equal and fair treatment of its citizens. For instance, Michigan enacted a law in June 2015 that enables faith-based adoption agencies to refuse service to prospective adoptive parents on the basis of their religious or moral biases. The states […]

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