Does it matter if parents were never married?

What is joint custody?

How does joint custody affect the child support obligation?

Can one parent move out of state with the child(ren)?

Child Support:

Post-Separation Support and Alimony:

How is post-separation support different from alimony?

How is the amount of post-separation support/alimony calculated?

How long does the post-separation/alimony obligation continue?

Divorce:

What are the legal requirements for obtaining a divorce in North Carolina?

Do you need your spouse's permission or cooperation to get divorced?

How does obtaining a finalized divorce affect your rights with regard to marital property?

Legal Separation:

When is a married couple considered legally separated?

What are the legal and/or practical consequences of separating from your spouse?

How long after a married couple separates can either of them begin dating?

Domestic Violence:

What behavior qualifies as "domestic violence"?

What are the legal consequences of obtaining a domestic violence protective order?

How long does it take to obtain a domestic violence protective order?

Do I have to be married to obtain a domestic violence protective order?

Attorney's Fees

Can I collect attorney's fees for obtaining a court order for child support? A court order for post-separation support/alimony? For a marital property division?