The North Carolina Court of Appeals released several family law opinions on April 15, 2026, including a published equitable distribution decision and multiple unpublished opinions addressing recurring issues in classification, valuation, and procedural compliance.
On April 1, 2026, the North Carolina Court of Appeals released new opinions addressing jurisdiction under the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), as well as recurring issues in child support and alimony.
Unlike mediation, which is typically short-term, Parenting Coordination is an ongoing process that provides consistent support and guidance to families, usually over a period of one or two years. Children benefit from reduced conflict between their parents and more consistent implementation of their custody arrangements.
We are proud to partner with the Charlotte Street Business Association, the Downtown Asheville Racing Club, Chop Shop Butchery, and many others in presenting the 6th annual July 4th Freedom Gala at the Patton Parker House, benefitting Consider Haiti.
The NC Supreme Court ruled that victims of domestic violence in same-sex relationships can obtain 50B domestic violence restraining orders, affirming a ruling from the Court of Appeals which held that the State’s law allowing same-sex couples to seek 50Bs only if they’re married or divorced is unconstitutional.
If your case is calendared for a Webex hearing, we will walk you through the process of what to expect in virtual court, just like we would prepare with you for a hearing in the courtroom. After a year of Webex court appearances, we have compiled some tips to help you prepare for your virtual hearing in family court.
When preparing for a hearing or trial in family court, knowing what to expect and being familiar with the court process can make your day in court less stressful. We are here to guide you through that process.
North Carolina’s Family Court Advisory Commission released a helpful resource providing general guidance to parents with existing child custody and/or visitation orders in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Buncombe County is currently one of 13 judicial districts in North Carolina that has a dedicated Family Court system within its District Court division. The primary advantages to filing a legal action in a Family Court district is that the case is assigned to one judge…
