Triangle Smart Divorce

When people talk about child custody, they are often referring to several different concepts.

There is legal custody, physical custody, joint custody, sole custody, and each term has a specific meaning under NC law.

North Carolina custody decisions are guided by one primary standard: what is in the best interest of the child.

A judge may only have a short amount of time to hear about your family, your goals, and the issues that matter most to you.

Mediation creates space for deeper conversations, more creative solutions, and outcomes tailored to your specific situation. It can also move much faster than waiting months for another court date.

That's why mediation is often worth considering before putting your future entirely in the hands of the court.

Think alimony is guaranteed in every divorce? Think again.

In North Carolina, alimony is based on much more than income alone. Courts look at whether one spouse has a financial need, whether the other has the ability to pay, and a variety of other factors before determining whether support is appropriate.

That's why alimony is one of the most misunderstood terms in family law.