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Is My Spouse a Narcissist?
By Darlene Garcia, Associate Attorney & Latino Advocate — Cape Fear Family Law Serving families across Johnston County, Wake County, and the rest of North Carolina"True narcissistic personality disorder is a clinical diagnosis under the DSM-5-TR — its criteria are...
Mediation vs. Litigation in NC: True Cost Breakdown Per Spouse
If you are facing a separation in Guilford County, the anxiety keeping you awake at 2:00 AM usually comes down to two things.
How Much Does a Collaborative Divorce Cost in North Carolina? (Estates $100K–$3M)
How much a collaborative divorce costs in NC for estates of $100K–$3M — typical $4,000–$20,000 combined. Cost breakdown, litigation comparison, and FAQs from Board-Certified Specialist Adrian Davis.
DWI on the 4th
DWI on the 4th: How One “Over-Served” Holiday Could Cost You Custody in North Carolina
Child Custody and Infidelity in North Carolina
What Every Parent Needs to Know. Does infidelity affect child custody in North Carolina? Learn when cheating, adultery, or an affair partner around your children can matter in an NC custody case.
Does Alimony End When My Ex Remarries This Summer in NC?
The 2026 Modification Reality. Yes, under North Carolina General Statute § 50-16.9(b), alimony automatically and legally terminates the exact day your dependent ex-spouse remarries.
Summer PCS Orders & Child Custody: A Service Member’s June Survival Guide
PCS orders do not automatically change child custody in North Carolina. Learn what Camp Lejeune service members should do before relocating with children this summer.
Can My Ex Take My Child Out of State for Summer Vacation in NC?
The 2026 Travel Consent Reality — Notice, Permission, and What to Do When the Beach Trip Becomes a Court Question
Can My Ex Deny Me Father’s Day in NC?
Your Rights as a Dad in 2026 — What North Carolina Custody Orders Actually Say, and What to Do If She Says No
