by Nick Leger | Mar 7, 2018 | Landlord - Tenant, Uncategorized
The amount a landlord can charge a tenant for a security deposit depends solely on the length of the lease term. If the length of the lease is week to week, the security deposit cannot exceed the amount of two weeks’ rent. If the length of the lease is month to month,...
by Nick Leger | Jan 23, 2018 | Estate Planning, Wills
Who should attend the meeting? Everyone who is seeking to have estate documents drafted should attend in person. Everyone who is affected by the outcome of the estate plan is encouraged to attend or be available for a phone conference. It is almost always a good idea...
by Nick Leger | Nov 28, 2017 | Alimony, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Marriage
Clients often ask me: “how much does a absolute divorce cost?” Although there may be other issues associated with a separation and divorce, such as child support, child custody, alimony, etc., the divorce process itself can occur independent of these other issues. The...
by Nick Leger | Oct 16, 2017 | Alimony, Divorce, Family Law, Marriage
A common question associated with post-separation support and alimony is whether having a partner live with you affects your ability to continue to collect alimony. The answer is yes. According to North Carolina law (§ 50-16.9), if you are a dependent spouse and...
by Nick Leger | Aug 14, 2017 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Marriage
Family law attorneys often get asked: “can my child testify during the hearing?” In North Carolina, the statute (N.C.G.S. 50-13.2(a)) only states that every decision by the judge shall “best promote the interest and welfare of the child.” Therefore, family law...
