When it comes to filing for divorce in North Carolina, you have to meet certain requirements. For example, at least one of you must have lived in the state for at least six months. You can’t move to Charlotte in June and file for divorce…
Every state is a little different when it comes to alimony or spousal support. In many states, it doesn't matter if either party committed adultery during the marriage. The purpose of alimony is not to punish one party or the other. The point of alimony…
By Waple & Houk PLLC | Charlotte Family Law Attorneys | Updated 2026 If you've married someone who already has children, you may be considering adopting your stepson or stepdaughter to make your family relationship official in the eyes of the law. Stepparent adoption in…
One of the hardest things to do when you’re getting divorced is dividing your marital property. You spend years, maybe decades, accumulating your marital property. Then, when it comes time to divorce, you’re supposed to just give half of it away to a person you…
People today seem to be glued to their electronic devices. If they aren’t scrolling through their Facebook feed on their cell phones, they’re watching a video on their tablet. People also feel compelled to post the most private thing about themselves for all the world…
If you're in the middle of an ugly custody battle, you certainly should not try to handle it all by yourself. The laws in North Carolina when it comes to child custody can be confusing, especially for somebody who's not a lawyer. The best…

