In North Carolina a divorce usually is referred to as an absolute divorce when the bonds between the parties are dissolved such that the parties are no longer husband and wife. In North Carolina a complaint for divorce can be filed after the parties have been separated for a period of one year. The grounds for the absolute divorce are (1) that the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of one year, (2) that at least one party has intended the divorce to be permanent and (3) the parties have not resumed their marital relationship.
Prior to the absolute divorce the parties may resolve by agreement or through the court system the other issues ancillary to the absolute divorce, including but not limited to custody, child support, alimony and property division. It is important that alimony and property division issues be resolved prior to the absolute divorce or at least be pending (ie a complaint has been filed preserving the issue) otherwise a party will lose the right to request a court to make a determination of the issue.
If you are currently involved in divorce or foresee one, it is important that you know the law that are there to protect your rights and your children. Please contact our Cary, NC law office today for legal help in your separation, divorce or child custody matters. Williams Family Law will use proven legal strategies, strong evidence and aggressive negotiating to ensure that you present the strongest case. We can be reached at (919)773-1440 or via email.
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