A Domestic Violence Protective Order (sometimes referred to as a “restraining order”, a “50B order” or “DVPO”) is a legal document issued by a court to protect victims of domestic violence from their abusers. It is designed to provide victims with the safety they need and to prevent further abuse. 1.To file for a DVPO,…
There’s no question – divorce is messy and can be expensive. But, with careful planning, you can save money during the process. Here are some tips on how to reduce your costs if you are going through a divorce. Hire an experienced family law attorney early in the process Experienced attorneys understand the complexities of…
The Charlotte Collaborative Divorce Law’s origins grew from a local effort to codify one of the first collaborative law statutes in the nation when an ad hoc committee through the Family Law Section of the State Bar was established in 2000. This ad hoc committee’s push ultimately led North Carolina to become the second state…
In Collaborative Law, the process for gathering information is streamlined and simplified. Collaborative Law utilizes informal discovery, such as the voluntary exchange of financial information, and relies on neutral experts such as tax advisors, financial planners, appraisers, child specialists, and divorce coaches. In Collaborative Law, everyone has signed a contract to be honest with the…
Eric Trosch and Bill Trosch answer 350+ legal questions in their informative book – Divorce in North Carolina – The Legal Process, Your Rights, and What to Expect. Family transitions of any kind present challenges. But none more so than those involving separation and divorce. If you or someone you know is considering a divorce,…
About the Award: SUPER LAWYERS attorney-led research staff searches for lawyers who have attained certain honors, results, or credentials, which indicate a high degree of peer recognition or professional competence. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more 70 practice areas. The selection process includes independent research as well. Eric has been…
Everyone will find themselves in need of an attorney at some point in their lives. Trustworthy legal advice can be indispensable, especially if you are going through a life-changing situation such as a divorce, a death in the family, or are involved in any type of civil litigation. Read on as we highlight services you…
If you find yourself with some downtime this holiday season and you are going through a divorce, we have a few suggestions for you. You might ask why watch a movie or show about divorce when you are going through one? In One Word – PERSPECTIVE Sometimes it helps to see people going through a…
In North Carolina, there are 1,091 Board Certified Specialists in a community of 28,200 lawyers. Charlotte attorney Mallory Willink was recently recognized as a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law by the North Carolina State Bar. Mrs. Willink, an attorney at the firm of Conrad Trosch & Kemmy, P.A. concentrates her legal practice in many…
The U.S. Census Bureau reported that there are 14.4 million custodial parents in the United States. Out of these cases, 48.6% have settled on either a legal or informal child support agreement. After a divorce, civil co-parenting is crucial as it determines how well your child or children will adjust to post-divorce issues like visitation…