Hidden Assets in Divorce in North Carolina: How to Protect Your Financial Future
By: Sodoma Law Raleigh Attorney Annelisse Velazquez Financial transparency is the foundation of a fair divorce—but what happens when you suspect your spouse is not being transparent? Under North Carolina’s laws of equitable distribution, marital property must be identified, valued, and divided fairly. That process depends on accurate financial disclosure. As such, hidden assets can […]
You’ve Separated. Now What? A Practical Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Future
By: Sodoma Law Raleigh Attorney Annelisse Velazquez A Legal Separation is one of the most emotionally and legally complex experiences a person can go through. Whether it came as a shock or had been building for years, the moment you and your spouse decide to live separately marks the beginning of a process that will […]
Motions for Psychological Evaluation in North Carolina Custody Cases: When They Are Necessary and Why They Matter
By: Sodoma Law Raleigh Attorney Annelisse Velazquez One of the most impactful—and most misunderstood—tools in a custody case is a motion for psychological evaluation. Because mental health can directly affect parenting capacity, North Carolina courts have the authority to order evaluations when a parent’s psychological condition is genuinely relevant to the child’s well-being. Courts only […]
Divorcing a High-Conflict Spouse in North Carolina: What to Expect When a Partner Will Not Compromise
By: Sodoma Law Raleigh Attorney Annelisse Velazquez When people describe their spouse as a “narcissist,” they are usually referring to a pattern of behavior—not a clinical diagnosis. The term often reflects experiences of control, manipulation, refusal to compromise, or an intense need to “win” disputes. While North Carolina courts don’t decide cases based on personality […]
Divorce Support: How-To Cope with Separation and Divorce
Hint: You Don’t Have To Do It Alone Undergoing the period of legal separation leading up to divorce can sometimes feel like living the first half of the Friends theme song. If you’re navigating this process and feeling as though it has not been your day, your month, or even your year, just remember – […]
Apoyo para el Divorcio: cómo afrontar la Separación y el Divorcio
No es necesario que lo haga sola o solo Pasar por el período de una separación legal que conduce al divorcio puede, a menudo, parecer como si estuvieras viviendo la primera mitad del tema principal de Friends. Si estás atravesando este proceso y sientes que no ha sido tu día, tu mes o incluso tu […]