Experienced Divorce Lawyers in Charlotte, North Carolina
Divorce is an anxious and uncertain time for anyone who goes through the process. You may feel that your ex-spouse has more power than you have, you may worry that you don't have the financial resources to fully protect your rights during a divorce, or you may wonder whether a divorce court judge will see things your way or side with your ex instead.
The divorce process requires two people who no longer wish to share their lives to work together — if they can — one last time to make sure the separation is fair for each adult and safe for the children. You must negotiate how to divide marital property, how to share debt responsibilities, and how to arrange child custody and child support.
If you are getting a divorce in the Charlotte metro area, we encourage you to learn more about the family law firm of Krusch & Sellers, P.A. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, our firm practices exclusively in divorce and family law matters. Our attorneys share a dedicated focus on family law disputes, along with more than 50 years' of combined legal experience. Two of our lawyers are Board Certified by the North Carolina State Bar's Board of Legal Specialization.
To discuss an impending divorce with one of our experienced attorneys, call our Charlotte office at 704-315-2452 or use our online contact form.
Negotiation · Divorce Trials · Collaborative Law · Divorce Mediation
When representing a client in a divorce, our goal is simple. We want to achieve the best possible result that protects our client's property rights and parental rights. Our attorneys use a firm yet reasoned approach to negotiations that we have learned through decades of collective legal experience. We have enjoyed significant success with divorce negotiations and in divorce court. In addition, two of our attorneys have training in the alternative dispute resolution methods of collaborative divorce law and divorce mediation.
Our attorneys have unique personalities and skill sets. Your legal proceeding is as unique as your marriage. Your choice of a legal representative is important. You want to select someone with whom you can communicate and work cooperatively through the process. At Krusch & Sellers, you have a choice.
Attorneys in the Charlotte metro area know that we have the courtroom experience to handle the most complex property division issues, spousal support (alimony) claims, and child custody issues. Through our practical approach to negotiations and our reputation in the legal community, we are able to resolve most divorce cases without the necessity of trial. In cases that do require trial, we are always prepared to advocate for the protection of our clients' rights and interests.
No-Fault Divorce in North Carolina
North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. North Carolina does have a separation requirement. The spouses must live separately for 12 months, with the intention to do so permanently. During the separation period, and before the divorce can be finalized, the divorcing spouses must resolve all legal issues pertinent to the dissolution of a marriage, including:
- Property division
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Separation agreements
Assistance Every Step of the Way
Your legal needs do not necessarily end once you sign the final divorce paperwork. Krusch & Sellers can help with all other legal issues related to a divorce, including:
- Stepparent adoptions
- Birth certificate changes
- Post-divorce modifications of child support or child custody orders
- Relocation proceedings
- Enforcement of court orders/contempt proceedings
- Specific performance (enforcement of separation agreements)
To learn more about the process of divorce and/or the consequences of separation, schedule an appointment with an attorney at Krusch & Sellers, P.A. For assistance, call 704-315-2452 or contact us toll-free at 866-267-6809.
