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Terminating Parental Rights in North Carolina

Terminating Parental Rights in North Carolina

by Nicholas Presentato, Attorney at Law Terminating parental rights is one of the most serious actions a court can take. In North Carolina, it permanently severs the legal relationship between a parent and a child, ending not only custody and visitation rights, but...
Love & Law: Prenups & Postnups in North Carolina

Love & Law: Prenups & Postnups in North Carolina

By Nicholas Presentato, Attorney at Law When couples think about getting married, the focus is usually on building a life together, not on worst-case scenarios. Still, part of planning responsibly means understanding how finances and legal rights work within marriage...
Child Custody in North Carolina

Child Custody in North Carolina

By Nicholas Presentato, Attorney at Law In North Carolina, child custody law centers on the best interests of the child. Courts use this standard to decide how custody is established, modified, and enforced. Custody includes both legal custody (decision-making...
Am I Ready to Adopt a Child in North Carolina?

Am I Ready to Adopt a Child in North Carolina?

By Nicholas Presentato, Attorney at Law Deciding to adopt a child is a major step: emotionally, legally, and practically. If you’re living in North Carolina (or planning to), it’s helpful to understand the laws, jurisdictions, and resources that guide the process....
What is a Domestic Violence Protection Order?

What is a Domestic Violence Protection Order?

By Nicholas Presentato, Attorney at Law When someone threatens or harms you, knowing your legal options can make all the difference. In North Carolina, a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO or 50B) is a civil court order designed to protect victims from abuse by...