Problems anticipated are problems half-solved
Tré Morgan believes the more informed his clients are, the better equipped they’ll be to make decisions in their own best interest. For years, Tré has written frequently about the issues he encounters, providing his own interpretations or explanations when appropriate. If it concerns divorce, chances are Tré has written about it here. Read through for topics that feel relevant, then follow up by contacting us.
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The Modern Techniques of Divorce Law
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...
Learning the Lingo: Permanent Custody and Temporary Custody
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...
What is Your Privacy Worth? Lessons from Jon & Kate
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...
Ranking Legal Processes by Cost
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...
When Should You File a Lawsuit?
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...
How to Avoid the Long Goodbye
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...
Divorce in a Financial Crunch: Consider Private Mediation
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...
Want to Save Money on Legal Fees? Negotiate Early.
This is a very common scenario in family law cases: The parties enter litigation when someone files a lawsuit. The lawsuit begins an endless stream of legal pleadings, court appearances, document preparation, depositions and all of the other parts of litigation that...
Proof that Ugly Divorces are Bad for Your Health
I have been on my soapbox for a long time about the terrible and often hidden effects of ugly divorces. Now science is making my point for me. This Newsweek article explains how a divorce can affect a person's health. The case for collaborative law, mediation and...