Child support is not just a financial obligation—it is a legal and emotional lifeline for children. When payments are missed, the impact goes beyond numbers, affecting a child’s stability, daily needs, and long-term well-being. North Carolina law provides multiple... read more
In 2022 the Conference of Chief District Judges were tasked with assessing the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines and determining what, if any, updates were needed. These updates to the child support laws must occur no less than every four (4) years by obtaining... read more
Legal Relief During Unprecedented Times The ripple effect of COVID-19 has led to unprecedented emotional and financial effects on our families, communities, and economy. A reduction in jobs available to the workforce due to stay-at-home orders and social distancing... read more
What Do Divorced Parents Need to Know? Co-written by Carrie Lehmann and David DuFault As tax time and deadlines are now approaching, recent changes to the tax code and the new government stimulus package are bringing up a lot of questions for parents that do not file... read more
Q&A with Attorney David Simmons on Modification of Child Support during COVID-19 I Owe Child Support, But I’ve Just Lost My Job Due To The Coronavirus. What Do I Do? In these unprecedented times, few things about the future are known for sure. What seems to be... read more
Co-parenting for divorced couples can be difficult at the start of the school year. Learn more about how to tackle the new school year from Penelope Hefner.
