Domestic Violence: I made it Out, Now What?
Domestic Violence Survivor Ribbon In hindsight, survivors of domestic violence might express that the hardest part of deciding to leave a violent intimate relationship was not the act of making the decision itself – it was figuring out what the next steps would be if they were successful in leaving. While in some cases, survivors […]
Courts Fundraiser is Thursday at the Court House
The Charlotte Observer highlighted Mecklenburg’s annual fundraiser for the state court system. The evening took place on April 28, 2016, and the Sodoma Law Foundation was a supportive sponsor.
Attorney Completed Domestic Violence Speaker Bureau Training
A Sodoma Law attorney, recently completed the Mecklenburg County Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau training. The Domestic Violence Speakers Bureau works to educate the community on the issue of domestic violence and provide valuable resources to empower community members. In 2015 in Mecklenburg County 286 rapes were reported and CMPD responded to more than 36,000 domestic […]
Equitable Distribution – Don’t Let a Judge Divide Up Your Stuff
The terms “Equitable distribution” are just big words for the division of marital property, or property acquired during a marriage. More often than not, most counties (to include Mecklenburg County and Union County), the parties are required to attempt to settle the issue of equitable distribution prior to a trial. This is typically done by […]
Play ball! The importance of using a licensed parenting coordinator
Posted by Penelope L. Hefner “Strike three – you’re out!” “Flag on the play!” “Flagrant foul!” Think about watching your favorite sporting event without an umpire or referee. What would that game be like? Would the participants follow the rules? Would everyone truly be on their best behavior? Or would friendly competitions descend into chaos? […]
Saved by the Bell…or the Judge!
It is that time again; where summer is ending, children go back to school, the traffic becomes heavier, and parents gear up for a jam-packed schedule of homework, group projects, extracurricular activities, and conferences. Most parents are secure in the understanding of where their children will be attending school. However, for those parents who have […]
Family Court Administration Hours
Please note that Mecklenburg County’s Family Court Administration will be closed for training on May 1 and May 2, 2014. The office will open again on Monday, May 5, 2014.
Barrister’s Ball
On Saturday, March 29, 2014, the Mecklenburg County Barrister’s Ball will be held at the Myers Park Country Club. Thiis first annaul event, will be chaired in part by Sodoma Law attorney Penelope Hefner. The Barrister’s Ball will raise funds for Safe Alliance(formerly United Family Services) and, more specifically, for the Legal Representation Project. The event […]
Save the Date: Barrister’s Ball
Don’t Miss the Mecklenburg County Barrister’s Ball scheduled for Saturday, March 29, 2014 at the Myers Park Country Club. This is the first annual event and will raise funds for Safe Alliance (formerly United Family Services) and, more specifically, for the Legal Representation Project. The event is limited to members of the bar and the […]
Register Now for Parenting Coordinator CLE: January 23, 2014
With thousands of domestic cases being filed each year, high conflict custody cases continue to be on the rise in Mecklenburg County. Whether custody issues are resolved through consent of the parties or through a lengthy trial, it is impossible to incorporate every issue or event that may impact your clients and their children. Parenting […]