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In North Carolina, you are not required to have a legal document to establish custody, but it is highly advisable for parties who are separating to address custody in a Separation Agreement or a Custody Order entered by the Court Good boundaries make good neighbors and it is helpful for all parties to determine those boundaries before conflicts erupt. Disputes…
Do you ever have the feeling that someone is watching or listening to you? If so, you may be a victim of digital abuse. Digital abuse is the use of technology to monitor, threaten, stalk, harass, or spy on someone virtually and it is quickly becoming the most prevalent form of domestic violence. Often victims of digital abuse are unaware…
In North Carolina, couples who are separating may apply to our courts to divide their marital assets and debts. The court is required to distribute or divide the property in an equitable, or fair, manner, generally giving each spouse some of the marital property. This process is called “equitable distribution.” The overarching goal of equitable distribution, or the process of…
Any individual or couple seeking to expand their family through an egg, embryo, or sperm donation should have a valid Donor Agreement in place. A Donor Agreement is a written contract clearly defining the rights and responsibilities of both the donor and the intended recipient(s), during all stages of conception. Without having a valid Donor Agreement, issues such as custody…
Surrogacy is an option for building a family for those who are unable or do not wish to conceive on their own. Because surrogacy can be complicated, for all parties involved, it is advisable to determine rights and obligations early in the process to address the complexities and nuances. What is Surrogacy? Surrogacy is a popular choice among many different…
No divorce is easy. Though some divorce cases can be relatively simple to navigate from a lawyer’s perspective, each case presents its own unique obstacles, some of which are both challenging and complex. Experienced divorce lawyers know that complex cases can be contentious because the issues in question carry greater consequences to the parties involved. Complex issues can arise at…
The Daphne Edwards Divorce & Family Law Firm in Raleigh is excited to announce that Daphne has been included in North Carolina Super Lawyers for the fourth consecutive year. Super Lawyers comprises this list of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Daphne focuses her practice exclusively in the area of family law.…