Q: My wife wants a divorce. I was told that moving out was the worst decision I could make, but in NC it's required.
What do I do?
A: Separating for at least one year is required to be eligible to file for divorce in NC. Generally separating requires at least one of you to move out but nothing says that it has to be you that is the one to move out. If neither of you has moved out yet, your best bet is to consult with an attorney first to go over your options. Typically, the best way to handle things is to be fair and reasonable with each other and enter into a formal written separation agreement (if necessary). This often keeps over all costs down and makes the process easier. The other alternative is to pay strangers often quite a lot of money to fight it out in court and decide things for you that you and your spouse likely could have decided yourselves for free or a very low cost with the guidance of an attorney. Our firm would be happy to consult with you, feel free to call us at (910) 333-9679.
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