Raleigh Divorce Lawyers: FAQs

In North Carolina, even a relatively simple divorce or separation is governed by a wide array of laws. It can be difficult to sort through all of them, especially during an emotionally difficult time. For the sake of making our clients’ lives a little more convenient, we happily present the answers to some of the most commonly asked Raleigh divorce questions.

Of course, this page cannot substitute for legal advice. For insightful advice related to your specific case, contact a Raleigh divorce lawyer through the Marshall & Taylor Law Firm, P.C., at 919-833-1040.

• I want to move out of state after my divorce. Can I take my children?
• Can I get legal protection from an abusive spouse?
• My ex has remarried. Can I stop paying spousal support?
• Are there different kinds of alimony?
• Are there different kinds of child custody?
• Can arbitration help so I don't need to go to trial?
• Can I do the divorce myself?
• Can the court make my spouse a better person?
• Can the state force me to pay alimony?
• Does a spouse have to prove fault on the part of the other spouse to obtain a divorce?
• Does it matter who brings the action?
• How are my rights protected if I use mediation or arbitration for my divorce?
• How do I know if I qualify for an annulment?
• How do I obtain a divorce in North Carolina?
• How do I qualify for alimony or spousal support?
• How does the court decide what is best for our children during a divorce?
• How does the court determine how much child support I need to pay?
• How is alimony paid and how long does alimony last?
• How is property divided in North Carolina?
• How long does a divorce take?
• How much does a divorce cost?
• How much does a divorce mediator cost?
• If my spouse cheated on me, do I automatically qualify for a divorce in North Carolina?
• If the case is settled out of court must you still go before a judge to obtain a divorce
• May I withold visitation because my spouse will not pay child support?
• May I withold visitation because my spouse will not pay child support
• Can I stop paying child support because my spouse will not give me my visitation and access?
• What are the mechanics of an action for divorce?
• What if I was in an abusive relationship?
• What if my spouse does not want to pay child support?
• What if my spouse doesn't want to get a divorce?
• What if my spouse wants custody of the children but has moved to a different state?
• What if my spouse will not agree to arbitration?
• What if we cannot agree on ownership of certain items during our property division
• What is alimony? How is it different from post separation support?
• What is divorce arbitration?
• What is divorce mediation?
• What is equitable distribution?
• What is going to happen to our house now that we are getting a divorce?
• What is the difference between a legal separation and a divorce?
• What is the difference between divorce mediation and arbitration?
• What percentage of cases are settled versus tried to the court?
• When do I need to file for alimony or spousal support?
• Who is most likely to be awarded custody the mother or the father?
• Why do lawyers require retainer fees?
• Why is arbitration useful?
• How will the judge decide who gets custody of our kids?
• Do grandparents have child visitation rights?
• Can I adopt my step-child?