Domestic violence consists of various behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. You might not think you are a victim of domestic violence because your partner has never been physical with you, but that is not always the case.  

Domestic violence can have severe impacts on children and their well-being.  If your children have experienced or witnessed domestic violence, there are several ways to help them recover.

Children who are exposed to domestic violence at home have a higher chance of having behavioral problems during childhood and in adulthood, as well as issues with success at school and work.

Approximately three out of four Americans personally know someone who has been a victim of domestic violence.  This month is a great time to take a stand and support those around you who have felt the impacts of domestic violence.

With Hurricane Doraine creeping up the North Carolina coast, you may be wondering what to do with a custodial exchange in a hurricane.

Emergency Child Custody in North Carolina is a very serious matter and difficult to obtain.  Here are 3 things to know. 

In North Carolina, an emergency custody order is an instant, temporary custody order that a judge can grant under emergency circumstances, without any action from the other party and without notice being given to the other party. Read more to find out how to get started!

The beginning of the school year is a time when lots of parents have to decide where their child should be enrolled in school.  Divorced parents often wonder who gets to choose which school their children will go to, what rights they have in regard to school issues, and more. 

Establishing paternity is a legal process for making sure that the biological father of the child is the legal father as well. Read more about the different ways to establish paternity.