Can I Change My Child Support Agreement?

A separation agreement can only be modified with the consent of all parties if it has not become part of a court order. Consent by the parties can be made “in advance” by including a provision in the agreement allowing changes in specific situations. If the parties...

Can Grandparents be Required to Pay Child Support?

In every state in the U.S., the law is clear that a child’s parents have a duty to provide support to a child – not the State. But are grandparents required to provide support to grandchildren under their care and custody? Under common law, biological or adoptive...

When Can a Child Custody Order be Modified?

Many of the things that are agreed upon or ordered by the court during a divorce can be changed via a post-judgment modification.  Even though your order is marked as final or permanent, certain aspects of the order can possibly be changed.  The division of marital...

Can my child have visitation over Skype?

Virtual visitation is another term for internet or computer visitation.  Parents and their children are able to have face-to-face time with each other using electronic equipment.  A parent could use many different methods of electronic communication for virtual...

What if my ex violates a court order?

A person who violates a court order involving custody, child support, visitation, alimony and other family law issues can be found in contempt of court and face jail time for such a violation. A couple of North Carolina cases have highlighted and addressed these...