Problems anticipated are problems half-solved

I frequently speak with parents who have separated from their spouse and are being denied visitation with their kids.  If there is a custody order or a separation agreement in place that provides custody and visitation rights to the parties, then enforcing those...

Are you a "do it yourself" kind of person?  Have you become frustrated in your efforts to learn about the laws that might govern your particular legal situation?  If so, there is a new website that may help you find the information that you are...

One of the most common procedures performed in operating rooms across the county is arthroscopic surgery.  Arthroscopic surgery involves the use of thin cameras and instruments inserted inside a patient's body to see the inside of joints and repair them if...

One of the most confusing and misunderstood concepts in family law is the difference between "permanent" custody and "temporary" custody.  Clients frequently believe that they have one type of custody when they actually have the other.  And, many people who...

   I generally try to avoid all things Jon and Kate.  But,  I do have a television in my house.  So, it's hard to avoid seeing one of them airing dirty laundry on a daily basis.  Since we cannot stop the train wreck that...

The television show "20/20" is planning a story about couples that are staying together only because they cannot afford to get divorced.  (They are actually looking for couples to share their stories on the topic if you are interested).  There are certainly...

  I spend a lot of time telling people why they should not go to court in this blog.  That is because in most cases, going to court serves no one's best interests.  However, sometimes going to court is the best way to deal with an issue.  While it...

Most of my clients are shocked to learn how long it can take to have their case heard in court.  Right now it can take four months or more to get into court on a short motion in Wake County family court.  Many clients assume that it will take a week or...

Times are tight. Everybody is trying to find ways to save money in every possible area. If you need to separate from your spouse, or you have a child custody dispute or other family law issue complicating your life, you don't have to wait until the economy picks up to...