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How Is Property Divided in a North Carolina Divorce?

October 12, 2026
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In this blog:  North Carolina generally presumes an equal division of marital and divisible property is equitable, although courts may consider factors supporting a different result. High-asset divorces may involve closely held businesses, investment accounts, real estate, retirement assets, deferred compensation, and substantial debt. Classification and valuation can have a major influence on which assets are Read More

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What to Know Before You Pursue Divorce in North Carolina

October 5, 2026
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In this blog:  North Carolina spouses generally must live in separate residences for at least one year and one day before pursuing an absolute divorce. Property division and alimony claims generally must be asserted before the divorce becomes final or those rights may be lost. Custody and child support may be addressed separately from the divorce itself. Reviewing finances, parenting concerns, and long-term Read More

Filed Under: Family Law Tagged With: Divorce, Property Division, Separation, Alimony

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