J. Scott Smith
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Why Should A Couple Hire Separate Divorce Attorneys in North Carolina?
Couples should always hire separate attorneys otherwise there would be a conflict of interest just to have one attorney…
Elements of A Successful Divorce in North Carolina
A “successful divorce” means there was an unsuccessful marriage – and is that ever a successful outcome? That is…
Myths About North Carolina Family Law Attorneys
I have a decade’s worth of experience handling family law cases, including child custody and child support, equitable distribution,…
Child Support Process in North Carolina
What is The Process To Get Child Support Started in North Carolina? There are a couple of ways to…
Types of Child Custody in North Carolina
There are two types of child custody Family law code in North Carolina. There is physical custody and there…
Civil vs Criminal Contempt in North Carolina
Criminal Contempt Criminal contempt is used as a punishment when a person disobeys or otherwise violates a court order,…
Filing First For Divorce in North Carolina
Generally, there are no benefits to filing first in a divorce case. North Carolina is a no-fault state, and…
North Carolina DWI Penalties
There are mitigating factors when it comes to any DWI charge. You need an experienced attorney who can guide…
Evidence and Witnesses in North Carolina Family Law Cases
We have a team of private investigators that gathers evidence for each case, including witnesses if there are any.…
Do I Have To Have A Separation Agreement To Get A Divorce In North Carolina?
The short answer is no. You don’t need to have a separation agreement also commonly called a separation and…
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