The Rights of the Parent Who Does Not Execute a Relinquishment Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 8, 2022 at 4:59 pm and is filed under Adoptions. Print blog post.
A Guide to Relinquishments and Post-Relinquishment Review Hearings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 22, 2022 at 11:35 am and is filed under Adoptions. Print blog post.
A Minor’s Consent to Adoption: Where and in What Proceeding Is It Waived? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 5, 2021 at 4:55 pm and is filed under Adoptions. Print blog post.
2019 Statutory Amendments to Adoption Laws Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 23, 2020 at 6:48 am and is filed under Adoptions. Print blog post.
Adoptions and Sperm Donors Contributed by Sara DePasquale, Meredith Smith on April 24, 2015 at 4:50 am and is filed under Adoptions, Family Law. Print blog post.
Abuse, Neglect, Dependency Actions Automatically Stay Custody Claims in Civil Actions Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Clerks, Adoptions and Division Review (Part I) Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions. Print blog post.
Statutory Rights to Appeal Orders in Delinquency Matters: What, When, Who, and Impact on Juvenile Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 15, 2024 at 8:43 am and is filed under Appeals, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Only “Proper” Rule 59 Motions Will Toll the Appeal Deadline: New Cases Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 9, 2018 at 4:29 pm and is filed under Appeals, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Rule 59: Not for Relief from Interlocutory Orders – A New Opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 7, 2016 at 11:15 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Appeal Deadlines and Tolling under Rule 3(c)(2): Don’t Be So Sure! Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Big Changes Coming to North Carolina’s Child Fatality Prevention System Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on February 18, 2025 at 9:55 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
NC Supreme Court Opinion Clarifies and Changes Findings Required in A/N/D Orders Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 21, 2025 at 7:38 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
N.C. Supreme Court Clarifies When and How to Preserve Parents’ Constitutionally Protected Rights for an A/N/D Appeal Contributed by Timothy Heinle on January 13, 2025 at 11:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Constitutional Issues, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Initial Disposition and the Responsibility of DSS to Provide Reunification Efforts in A/N/D Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 6, 2024 at 10:47 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Rule 17 GALs for Respondent Parents: A Final Lesson from In re A.K. Contributed by Timothy Heinle on October 18, 2024 at 8:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
A Second Look at In re A.K., Addressing Cultural Issues in A/N/D Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 6, 2024 at 7:48 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
A Respondent Parent’s Right to Retain Counsel: Lessons from a New Court of Appeals Decision, In re A.K. Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 21, 2024 at 9:18 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Legislative Changes in Child Welfare: The Short Session Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 16, 2024 at 8:36 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Medical Appointments, Consents, and Children in DSS Custody Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 15, 2024 at 10:08 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The 2023 edition of the Abuse, Neglect, Dependency – TPR Manual Is Here! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on February 15, 2024 at 11:34 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Transportation of High-Risk Juveniles in DSS Custody: The New G.S. 7B-905.2 Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 18, 2024 at 9:29 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
When Child Abuse or Neglect Ends in a Fatality, What Does the Public Have a Right to Know? Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on December 15, 2023 at 8:49 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Parents Forfeited Their Right to Court-Appointed Counsel in TPR: What Is the Law for Attorney Representation of Parents in A/N/D and TPR Actions? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 6, 2023 at 5:55 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
New Supports for Relative Placements of Abused, Neglected, and Dependent Juveniles Contributed by Timothy Heinle on November 21, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
2023 Child Welfare Legislative Changes Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 3, 2023 at 2:57 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
S.L. 2023-106: Parents’ Rights, Who Is a Parent, and Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 5, 2023 at 10:44 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
A New Resource on Expert Witnesses in Juvenile A/N/D and TPR Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 18, 2023 at 4:02 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
UCCJEA: Transitioning from Temporary Emergency Jurisdiction to Home State Jurisdiction in A/N/D Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 20, 2023 at 12:35 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
U.S. Supreme Court Holds the Indian Child Welfare Act Is Constitutional Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 20, 2023 at 4:10 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Relationship Between Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency, and the Responsible Individuals List Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 14, 2023 at 10:51 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
The State of Post-Petition Evidence in A/N/D Adjudicatory Hearings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 7, 2023 at 8:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Proposed Federal Rule Change Seeks to Increase Support for Relative and Nonrelative Kinship Foster Placements Contributed by Timothy Heinle on March 23, 2023 at 10:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
You are on Notice: Pleading Requirements, a Recent N.C. Supreme Court Opinion, and Parent Representation Contributed by Timothy Heinle on September 21, 2022 at 1:01 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
New Ethics Opinion on Dual Role GAL–Attorney Advocates in Juvenile Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 17, 2022 at 10:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
COVID and the Due Process Rights of Incarcerated Parents Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 16, 2022 at 12:38 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Foster Care and Family Time – What about the Pets Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 1, 2022 at 9:22 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
NC Supreme Court Addresses Jurisdiction in TPRs of Out-of-State Parents Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 14, 2022 at 10:55 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Updated Abuse, Neglect, Dependency – TPR Manual and “Candyland” Are Ready! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 16, 2022 at 10:56 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Parents and Drugs: Takeaways from S.L. 2021-100 and 132, and a Recent U.S. Dept. of Justice Investigation Contributed by Timothy Heinle on March 2, 2022 at 11:38 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Juveniles in DSS Custody Presenting at Hospital ED for Mental Health Treatment: New Laws and New Court Hearing Possible Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 20, 2022 at 2:46 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Latest Guide in a Series: The First Seven Days Contributed by Timothy Heinle on November 30, 2021 at 1:42 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
New SOG Bulletin: “When and How Criminal-Defense Attorneys Can Obtain Access to Confidential Child Welfare and Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Records” Contributed by Timothy Heinle on November 8, 2021 at 11:29 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
Legislative Changes Focus on Foster Parents Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 18, 2021 at 1:35 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
It’s October and Child Welfare Legislative Changes Are in Effect! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 6, 2021 at 9:23 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Impact of S.L. 2021-132 on the Confidentiality of Child Protective Services Information and Records Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on October 5, 2021 at 9:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Staycation All I Ever Wanted: Why Parent Attorneys Should Consider Requesting Stays of TPR Orders Contributed by Timothy Heinle on September 15, 2021 at 1:20 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
S.L. 2021-100 Amends the Juvenile Code Related to Abuse, Neglect, Dependency and Termination of Parental Rights Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 10, 2021 at 7:38 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals Addresses Temporary Suspension of Supervised Visits in an A/N/D Order Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 1, 2021 at 3:01 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Moratorium on Aging Out of the Foster Care 18-21 Program – Get the Word Out! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 13, 2021 at 8:14 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The TPR Dispositional Stage, the Juvenile’s Best Interests, and the N.C. Supreme Court Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 7, 2021 at 7:11 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
To Be or Not to Be: How to Know When a Parent Attorney in a TPR Is Provisional Counsel and What That Means for Withdrawing Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 9, 2021 at 3:15 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
What the N.C. Supreme Court’s Ruling in In re S.M. may mean for Court Reports In Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Cases Contributed by Timothy Heinle on March 10, 2021 at 11:25 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
In Search of Youth Voice: Were You or Someone You Know Involved with Juvenile Court in N.C.? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 27, 2020 at 9:32 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
NC Supreme Court Addresses ICWA for the First Time Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 15, 2020 at 12:07 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Child Welfare System and Race Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 15, 2020 at 7:49 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
“Catastrophic Conditions,” Statutory Timelines, and Other Issues in A/N/D Court Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 17, 2020 at 1:26 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
They’re Here! Updated Abuse, Neglect, Dependency and TPR Resources from the SOG Contributed by Sara DePasquale on February 17, 2020 at 2:39 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Indian Child Welfare Act and Subject Matter Jurisdiction in Child Welfare Actions Contributed by Sara DePasquale on February 3, 2020 at 7:01 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
BIG NEWS: S.L. 2019-245 Creates a New Universal Mandated Reporting Law for Child Victims of Crimes and Changes the Definition of “Caretaker” Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 13, 2019 at 9:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
2019 N.C. Legislative Changes to the Juvenile Code Related to Abuse, Neglect, Dependency and TPRs Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 10, 2019 at 1:59 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
What Can the District Court Do in an A/N/D or TPR Action when an Appeal Is Pending? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 2, 2019 at 1:12 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! New Juvenile Law Bulletin – Delinquency and DSS Custody without Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency: How Does that Work? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 12, 2019 at 10:59 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
When Does Delinquency Result in Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 28, 2019 at 6:42 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Big Changes to Appeals of A/N/D – TPR Orders Designated in G.S. 7B-1001 Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 25, 2019 at 11:22 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The ICPC Applies to an Out-of-State Placement with a Relative in an A/N/D Case, But Is There More to Consider? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 24, 2018 at 4:39 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
2018 N.C. Legislative Changes Impacting Child Welfare Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 9, 2018 at 9:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
In re A.P.: A County DSS Director’s Standing to File an A/N/D Petition Is Not as Limited as Previously Held by the Court of Appeals Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 14, 2018 at 1:06 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
And Now a Two-Step: Eliminating Reunification as a Permanent Plan in an A/N/D Proceeding Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 3, 2018 at 7:18 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Cease Reunification Efforts Shuffle in A/N/D Actions: It’s All about the Timing Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 2, 2018 at 10:26 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
New Abuse, Neglect, Dependency, and Termination of Parental Rights Resources Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 23, 2018 at 3:44 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Show Me the Money: Verification of Adequate Resources Required when Ordering Custody or Guardianship to a Non-Parent in an A/N/D Action Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 25, 2017 at 11:41 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Parent Defender Training: Looking Back and Moving Forward Contributed by Austine Long on September 27, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Which County DSS Files the A/N/D Petition: That Is the Jurisdictional Question! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 15, 2017 at 1:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Highlights of 2017 Legislative Changes Impacting Child Welfare Practice Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 19, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
A/N/D Reporting: Rights, Protections, and Prosecutor Review Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 21, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Tick Tock: Mandatory Time Requirements to Enter A/N/D and TPR Orders Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 10, 2017 at 10:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Collaboration at Its Finest Contributed by Austine Long on April 7, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Applying UCCJEA Temporary Emergency Jurisdiction in A/N/D Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 10, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
It’s Complicated: Venue vs Jurisdiction in A/N/D and TPR Actions Contributed by Sara DePasquale on February 22, 2017 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Final Episode of Season 2 Beyond the Bench Podcast – Obtaining Permanency Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 27, 2017 at 6:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Beyond the Bench Podcast, Season 2: Episode 5 – The Child’s Voice in Court: The Role of the Guardian ad Litem Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 13, 2017 at 6:04 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Foster Care Extended to Age 21 Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 11, 2017 at 7:15 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Beyond the Bench Podcast, Season 2: Episode 4 — The Case Plan: In and Out of Court Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 16, 2016 at 7:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The Indian Child Welfare Act: New Binding Federal Regulations You Need to Know About! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 9, 2016 at 7:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Beyond the Bench Podcast, Season 2: Episode 3 — The Trial: Adjudicating Neglect Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 2, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Check Out Episode 2, “The System Responds,” of Beyond the Bench Season 2 Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 18, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Beyond the Bench Podcast, Season 2: Episode 1, Without a Home Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 4, 2016 at 12:47 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Season Two of Beyond the Bench, “Homelessness, Neglect, and Child Welfare in North Carolina,” Launches This Week! Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 31, 2016 at 2:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
School Stability for Children in Foster Care Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 21, 2016 at 8:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
It’s My Birthday and I’ll Cry if I Want To; Is That the Norm for Children in Foster Care? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 12, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
2016 Legislative Changes Impacting Child Welfare Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 20, 2016 at 5:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
From a Parent Wrongly Accused of Molesting Her Daughter to Becoming an Attorney, Lessons Learned Contributed by Austine Long on July 1, 2016 at 5:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
New Book! Fathers and Paternity: Applying the Law in North Carolina Child Welfare Cases Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 17, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Children in DSS Custody Who Need Treatment in a PRTF: There’s a Disconnect Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 1, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
When Parental Discipline Goes Too Far, It’s Child Abuse Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 25, 2016 at 5:34 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
What Is the Responsible Individuals List and Why Is Someone on It? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 27, 2016 at 1:57 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Legitimation versus Paternity: What’s the Difference? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 23, 2016 at 9:59 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Non-Parents’ Right to Counsel in Abuse, Neglect and Dependency Cases Contributed by Austine Long on February 5, 2016 at 8:54 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Children in Foster Care and Sex Trafficking: New NC Policy to Know About Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 29, 2016 at 6:36 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
The New Law Addressing Child Maltreatment in Child Care Facilities: It’s the State’s Responsibility Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 6, 2016 at 9:54 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Consenting to Medical Treatment for a Child Placed in the Custody of County Department, Part II: Non-routine and Non-emergency Medical Care Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 6, 2015 at 6:01 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Consenting to Medical Treatment for a Child Placed in the Custody of County Department Part I: Routine and Emergency Care and Evaluations in Exigent Circumstances Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 4, 2015 at 5:37 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Children in Foster Care, “Normal Childhood Activities,” and the “Reasonable and Prudent Parent” Standard Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 16, 2015 at 7:09 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
What Is the Role of a Foster Parent in the A/N/D Court Action? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 30, 2015 at 5:53 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
A/N/D, ICPC, and Out-of-State Parents: Say What? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 25, 2015 at 6:14 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Who Is a “Caretaker” in Child Abuse and Neglect Cases? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 2, 2015 at 5:36 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency: What’s an Attorney To Do? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 7, 2015 at 5:40 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Ohio v. Clark: What Does It Mean for Child Protective Services? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 22, 2015 at 5:44 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Initial Removal of a Child from a Home Because of Suspected Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency, Amended G.S. 7B-504 Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 24, 2015 at 5:58 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
One Potato, Two Potato: The Rules of Civil Procedure in A/N/D and TPR Proceedings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
The SCRA and Juvenile Proceedings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 29, 2015 at 4:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Abuse, Neglect, Dependency Actions Automatically Stay Custody Claims in Civil Actions Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
When Can Juveniles Be Held in Contempt? Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency (A/N/D) Petitions: Sign and Verify Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
New SOG Bulletin: “Childhood Immunizations and the Role of a County Department of Social Services” Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 30, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law. Print blog post.
Emergencies in Western North Carolina, Including Chief Justice’s Emergency Order Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 30, 2024 at 10:44 am and is filed under Civil Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Navigating Summary Ejectment Cases Involving Public and Subsidized Housing Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on August 14, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Accidents Happen, But Who’s Responsible? Understanding Vicarious Liability in Negligence Cases Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on May 22, 2024 at 6:40 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
“It’s Always Best to Start at the Beginning”: Determining Contract Terms Where Breach is Alleged Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on November 1, 2023 at 1:48 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Almost Everything, But Not Quite: What’s a General Appearance Again? Contributed by Emily Turner on October 7, 2022 at 9:06 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Beyond jurisdiction: service of process, statutes of limitations, and the uninsured motorist carrier exception Contributed by Emily Turner on September 9, 2022 at 9:15 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Apples to apples? The issue-preclusive effect of federal dismissals for failure to state a claim Contributed by Emily Turner on April 8, 2022 at 9:02 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
No Contempt for the Nonpayment of Money Without Actual Evidence of Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 5, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Calling all attorneys! Visit us in Chapel Hill for our live CLE@SOG. Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 5, 2018 at 2:03 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Amending defective Rule 9(j) certifications under Rule 15(a): The Supreme Court’s new opinion in Vaughan v. Mashburn Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 31, 2018 at 2:42 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
When can the court order surrender of a firearm in a 50C Civil No-Contact Order? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 16, 2018 at 10:51 am and is filed under Civil Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
Pleading med mal: Rule 9(j), res ipsa loquitur, and a new Court of Appeals opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 18, 2018 at 4:35 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Choice of Law and Forum Selection in Business Contracts – New Law in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 4, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals holds that “heart balm” claims are not facially unconstitutional Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 6, 2017 at 9:42 am and is filed under Civil Law, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Local Government Lawyers: Take Care Asserting Governmental Immunity Contributed by Trey Allen on August 11, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Law. Print blog post.
Falls at the hospital: medical malpractice or ordinary negligence? Recent Court of Appeals opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 26, 2017 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Doctors, Patients, and Arbitration Agreements: The NC Supreme Court’s Ruling in King v. Bryant Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 3, 2017 at 7:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Dispute Resolution. Print blog post.
Courts, Church Disputes, and the First Amendment Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 14, 2016 at 2:52 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Constitutional Issues, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Public Official Immunity and Intentional Torts – A New Publication Available Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 12, 2016 at 7:00 am and is filed under Civil Law. Print blog post.
Drilling Down on the Clerk’s Civil Contempt Authority Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 28, 2016 at 10:48 am and is filed under Civil Law. Print blog post.
Business or Shelter: When the Commercial/Residential Distinction Makes a Difference in Landlord-Tenant Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 13, 2016 at 10:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Court Approval of Minor Settlements in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 9, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
New Lifetime Civil No-Contact Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 23, 2015 at 5:18 am and is filed under Civil Law, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
NO FINES FOR CIVIL CONTEMPT Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 21, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Contempt, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Assignment to Small Claims Court: What Happens When Things Go Wrong? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 12, 2015 at 4:33 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Clerk of Court’s Role in Small Claims Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 29, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Special Rules for Summary Ejectment Actions Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
One Potato, Two Potato: The Rules of Civil Procedure in A/N/D and TPR Proceedings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Contempt: Establishing Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 8, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
No Default Judgment in Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
50B Consent Orders: Findings of Fact/Conclusions of Law Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 10, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment & Unconscionability: When Breach of the Lease Is Not Enough Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 8, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
When Can Juveniles Be Held in Contempt? Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Minor Parties in 50B Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Pattern Jury Instructions – New, free format at the SOG Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 5, 2015 at 11:50 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Review of Evidence during Jury Deliberations Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Contempt: Does an Order to Show Cause have to be served by Rule 4 service? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 10, 2024 at 4:31 pm and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
What happens when a party fails to disclose an expert witness? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 12, 2023 at 12:40 pm and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Rule 52(a)(2) and the exception-to-the-exception: why certain orders shouldn’t include findings of fact, even when requested Contributed by Emily Turner on December 2, 2022 at 9:30 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
When can a judge sign an order or judgment for another judge? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 12, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Almost Everything, But Not Quite: What’s a General Appearance Again? Contributed by Emily Turner on October 7, 2022 at 9:06 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Beyond jurisdiction: service of process, statutes of limitations, and the uninsured motorist carrier exception Contributed by Emily Turner on September 9, 2022 at 9:15 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Apples to apples? The issue-preclusive effect of federal dismissals for failure to state a claim Contributed by Emily Turner on April 8, 2022 at 9:02 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Update: Specific Personal Jurisdiction at the U.S. Supreme Court and the N.C. Court of Appeals Contributed by Emily Turner on November 18, 2021 at 2:59 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Welcome, Emily Turner! Contributed by Meredith Smith on August 23, 2021 at 7:30 am and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Seven Sets of Mediation Rules – and Loads of Forms – Have Been Revised Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 8, 2020 at 11:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Dispute Resolution. Print blog post.
SCRA is now North Carolina law and its protections are broader Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 4, 2019 at 10:45 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
More about minor settlements in NC: a caution about provisions in the settlement order regarding a child’s medical expenses Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 16, 2019 at 3:03 pm and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Venue, Subject Matter Jurisdiction, and Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on September 9, 2019 at 9:20 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Proper Notice is Key to a Proper Sanction: New Opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 19, 2019 at 11:05 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Public Official Immunity for Intentional Torts? The Split Continues Contributed by Trey Allen on June 20, 2019 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Attorney Fee Motions and Judicial Notice of “Customary Fee for Like Work” Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 20, 2018 at 11:28 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Pleading med mal: Rule 9(j), res ipsa loquitur, and a new Court of Appeals opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 18, 2018 at 4:35 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Fairness in the Marketplace Matters in Small Claims Court Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on March 26, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Appointment of a GAL Starts the Clock on a Minor’s Med Mal Action Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 16, 2018 at 2:51 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
A Special Thank You to Judges Hobgood, Davis, Doughton, and Beal Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 9, 2018 at 12:09 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Pleading Waiver of Governmental Immunity: What’s Enough? Contributed by Trey Allen on November 17, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Choice of Law and Forum Selection in Business Contracts – New Law in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 4, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Gag order? Punishment for talking about a case? Can a court do that? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 18, 2017 at 2:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Constitutional Issues, Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
SOG Resources for Civil Defenders Contributed by Austine Long on August 2, 2017 at 10:21 am and is filed under Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Smartphones, YouTube, and criminal contempt Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 21, 2017 at 2:39 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Contempt. Print blog post.
Is it too late to seek Rule 11 sanctions? Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Falls at the hospital: medical malpractice or ordinary negligence? Recent Court of Appeals opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 26, 2017 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Show Me the Statute: The Office and Judicial Authority of the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 22, 2017 at 4:25 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Do I Need to Include Findings of Fact in this Order? Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 15, 2017 at 11:52 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Doctors, Patients, and Arbitration Agreements: The NC Supreme Court’s Ruling in King v. Bryant Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 3, 2017 at 7:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Dispute Resolution. Print blog post.
Enforcing Foreign Judgments – What defenses can a judgment debtor raise? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 31, 2016 at 1:55 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
May a Different Judge Hear My Rule 60(b) Motion? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 3, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Debt Buyers & North Carolina’s Consumer Economic Protection Act Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 29, 2016 at 12:01 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Paralegal Fees as Part of Attorney Fee Award? Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
The Harshest of Remedies: Dismissal for Failure to Prosecute Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 8, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Jury Misconduct – Will the Judge Order a New Trial? Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 11, 2016 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Appeal Deadlines and Tolling under Rule 3(c)(2): Don’t Be So Sure! Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Time Limits in Family Law Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 11, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
Court Approval of Minor Settlements in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 9, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
New Trial Motions under Rule 59: Only for Post-trial Relief? Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 10, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Dormant or Discontinued? Service Deadlines and the Statute of Limitations Contributed by Ann Anderson on January 13, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Reviewing Structured Settlement Sales: The Courts’ Role Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Attorney Fee Provisions in Business Contracts – New Legislation Loosening the “Sign by Hand” Requirement Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Expert Witness Fees as a Civil Cost – An Amendment to the Statute Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 16, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
North Carolina’s Expert Witness Discovery Rule – Changes and Clarifications Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
NO FINES FOR CIVIL CONTEMPT Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 21, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Contempt, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Slip-ups happen, but when are they “excusable neglect”? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 14, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Assignment to Small Claims Court: What Happens When Things Go Wrong? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 12, 2015 at 4:33 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Clerk of Court’s Role in Small Claims Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 29, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
More on Voluntary Dismissals: Consequences of Inadequate Pleading Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 15, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Special Rules for Summary Ejectment Actions Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Mysterious World of Small Claims Procedure Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
One Potato, Two Potato: The Rules of Civil Procedure in A/N/D and TPR Proceedings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Contempt: Establishing Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 8, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
No Default Judgment in Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
When Can Juveniles Be Held in Contempt? Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Taking a Voluntary Dismissal: Some Pitfalls Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Minor Parties in 50B Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Pattern Jury Instructions – New, free format at the SOG Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 5, 2015 at 11:50 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Review of Evidence during Jury Deliberations Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Things Judges Say! Judges’ Comments in Jury Trials Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Rule 52(a)(2) and the exception-to-the-exception: why certain orders shouldn’t include findings of fact, even when requested Contributed by Emily Turner on December 2, 2022 at 9:30 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
When can a judge sign an order or judgment for another judge? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 12, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Almost Everything, But Not Quite: What’s a General Appearance Again? Contributed by Emily Turner on October 7, 2022 at 9:06 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Beyond jurisdiction: service of process, statutes of limitations, and the uninsured motorist carrier exception Contributed by Emily Turner on September 9, 2022 at 9:15 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Abatement, also known as the prior pending action doctrine, does not apply when the prior action is pending in another state Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 13, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Apples to apples? The issue-preclusive effect of federal dismissals for failure to state a claim Contributed by Emily Turner on April 8, 2022 at 9:02 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Rule 4(j1), service by publication, and the “due diligence” requirement: What’s email got to do with service of process? Contributed by Emily Turner on March 18, 2022 at 1:04 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Update: Specific Personal Jurisdiction at the U.S. Supreme Court and the N.C. Court of Appeals Contributed by Emily Turner on November 18, 2021 at 2:59 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Civil Actions and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults: Who Brings the Action? Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 18, 2019 at 12:30 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Guardianship. Print blog post.
SCRA is now North Carolina law and its protections are broader Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 4, 2019 at 10:45 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Proper Notice is Key to a Proper Sanction: New Opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 19, 2019 at 11:05 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Amending the Defendant’s Name: Correcting a Misnomer or Adding a New Defendant? Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 7, 2019 at 4:01 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
“You’ve Been Served?”: Private Process Servers in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 8, 2019 at 8:21 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Only “Proper” Rule 59 Motions Will Toll the Appeal Deadline: New Cases Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 9, 2018 at 4:29 pm and is filed under Appeals, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Amending defective Rule 9(j) certifications under Rule 15(a): The Supreme Court’s new opinion in Vaughan v. Mashburn Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 31, 2018 at 2:42 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Intervention in Custody and Child Support Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 16, 2018 at 9:20 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Pleading med mal: Rule 9(j), res ipsa loquitur, and a new Court of Appeals opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 18, 2018 at 4:35 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Appointment of a GAL Starts the Clock on a Minor’s Med Mal Action Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 16, 2018 at 2:51 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
“To Effectuate a Decision Already Made”: The Role of a Substitute Judge Under Rule 63 Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 13, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Pleading Waiver of Governmental Immunity: What’s Enough? Contributed by Trey Allen on November 17, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
What Happens to Temporary Orders When a Case is Dismissed? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 20, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Choice of Law and Forum Selection in Business Contracts – New Law in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on October 4, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Is it too late to seek Rule 11 sanctions? Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Falls at the hospital: medical malpractice or ordinary negligence? Recent Court of Appeals opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 26, 2017 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Rule 58 and Entry of Civil Judgments: Statements from the bench are not court orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 3, 2017 at 5:45 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Do I Need to Include Findings of Fact in this Order? Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 15, 2017 at 11:52 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Service by Publication When Defendant is in Another Country Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 10, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Rule 59: Not for Relief from Interlocutory Orders – A New Opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 7, 2016 at 11:15 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Use of deposition testimony at trial Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 9, 2016 at 2:38 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: more on Mannise and personal jurisdiction Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 16, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
No More Nunc Pro Tunc in Civil Cases? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 2, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Enforcing Foreign Judgments – What defenses can a judgment debtor raise? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 31, 2016 at 1:55 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
No Sua Sponte Change of Venue Allowed Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 26, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
May a Different Judge Hear My Rule 60(b) Motion? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 3, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Debt Buyers & North Carolina’s Consumer Economic Protection Act Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 29, 2016 at 12:01 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Paralegal Fees as Part of Attorney Fee Award? Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
The Harshest of Remedies: Dismissal for Failure to Prosecute Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 8, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
DVPO Can Be Set Aside When Victim is No Longer Afraid Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 20, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Jury Misconduct – Will the Judge Order a New Trial? Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 11, 2016 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Appeal Deadlines and Tolling under Rule 3(c)(2): Don’t Be So Sure! Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Court Approval of Minor Settlements in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 9, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
New Trial Motions under Rule 59: Only for Post-trial Relief? Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 10, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Dormant or Discontinued? Service Deadlines and the Statute of Limitations Contributed by Ann Anderson on January 13, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Reviewing Structured Settlement Sales: The Courts’ Role Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Rule 17 Stands Alone: The NC Rules of Civil Procedure and Estate Proceedings before the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 18, 2015 at 11:10 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Estates. Print blog post.
Attorney Fee Provisions in Business Contracts – New Legislation Loosening the “Sign by Hand” Requirement Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Expert Witness Fees as a Civil Cost – An Amendment to the Statute Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 16, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
North Carolina’s Expert Witness Discovery Rule – Changes and Clarifications Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Slip-ups happen, but when are they “excusable neglect”? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 14, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
More on Voluntary Dismissals: Consequences of Inadequate Pleading Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 15, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Can a verification problem be corrected after a divorce complaint is filed? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 29, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Taking a Voluntary Dismissal: Some Pitfalls Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Minor Parties in 50B Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Things Judges Say! Judges’ Comments in Jury Trials Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General. Print blog post.
Legislative Roundup: Recent Changes Affecting Small Claims, Summary Ejectment, Magistrates, and Real Property Crimes Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on December 15, 2024 at 2:03 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
More on Single Protective Arrangements and Single Transactions under G.S. Chapter 35A Contributed by Timothy Heinle, Meredith Smith on April 20, 2022 at 1:21 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
The New Clerks’ Manual Website is Here! Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 22, 2022 at 7:00 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court. Print blog post.
A Reminder: In Most Cases, Judges Can’t Serve as Court-Appointed Fiduciaries Contributed by Meredith Smith on August 20, 2021 at 1:00 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court. Print blog post.
Will We See More APS Petitions During COVID-19? What GALs Need to Know Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 17, 2020 at 10:06 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Quick Reference Guide to Orders from the Chief Justice and the North Carolina Supreme Court Related to COVID-19 Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 9, 2020 at 9:05 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Upcoming Trainings for Civil Defenders Contributed by Austine Long on October 24, 2018 at 2:38 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Third Party Refusals to Accept a Power of Attorney under the New North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 29, 2018 at 10:55 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
To Amend or Not Amend, That is the Question Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 23, 2018 at 6:00 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court. Print blog post.
The Clerk and Nunc Pro Tunc Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 18, 2017 at 3:06 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court. Print blog post.
Judicial Relief under the New GS Chapter 32C, the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 1, 2017 at 5:29 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates, Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
More on Protecting Against Elder Abuse Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 23, 2017 at 2:30 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Protecting Against Elder Abuse Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 14, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Where Oh Where Could My Lost Will Be? Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 24, 2017 at 7:42 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates. Print blog post.
The Little Engine that Could: Article 27A, G.S. Chapter 1 Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 21, 2017 at 4:22 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Show Me the Statute: The Office and Judicial Authority of the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 22, 2017 at 4:25 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
N.C. Supreme Court Clarifies When and How to Preserve Parents’ Constitutionally Protected Rights for an A/N/D Appeal Contributed by Timothy Heinle on January 13, 2025 at 11:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Constitutional Issues, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
COVID and the Due Process Rights of Incarcerated Parents Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 16, 2022 at 12:38 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Proper Notice is Key to a Proper Sanction: New Opinions Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 19, 2019 at 11:05 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Due Process, Hearings, and Concealed Handgun Permits Contributed by Ann Anderson on May 23, 2018 at 9:00 am and is filed under Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals holds that “heart balm” claims are not facially unconstitutional Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 6, 2017 at 9:42 am and is filed under Civil Law, Constitutional Issues. Print blog post.
Gag order? Punishment for talking about a case? Can a court do that? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 18, 2017 at 2:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Constitutional Issues, Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Courts, Church Disputes, and the First Amendment Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 14, 2016 at 2:52 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Constitutional Issues, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Violation of an Undisciplined Court Order Resulting in Delinquency Adjudication Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 25, 2022 at 11:32 am and is filed under Contempt, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
No Contempt for the Nonpayment of Money Without Actual Evidence of Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 5, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
Consecutive Sentences for Criminal Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 3, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Right to Counsel in Civil Contempt Proceeding for Violation of Custody Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 25, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
Gag order? Punishment for talking about a case? Can a court do that? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 18, 2017 at 2:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Constitutional Issues, Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Smartphones, YouTube, and criminal contempt Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 21, 2017 at 2:39 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Contempt. Print blog post.
New Regulations Regarding Contempt in IV-D Child Support Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 30, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
The Clerk’s Contempt Authority Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 27, 2016 at 12:35 pm and is filed under Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
NO FINES FOR CIVIL CONTEMPT Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 21, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Contempt, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Attorney Fee Motions and Judicial Notice of “Customary Fee for Like Work” Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 20, 2018 at 11:28 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Attorney Fees in Child Custody Actions Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 12, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Court Costs and Fees, Family Law. Print blog post.
Paralegal Fees as Part of Attorney Fee Award? Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Attorney Fee Provisions in Business Contracts – New Legislation Loosening the “Sign by Hand” Requirement Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
Expert Witness Fees as a Civil Cost – An Amendment to the Statute Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 16, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Court Costs and Fees. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Seven Sets of Mediation Rules – and Loads of Forms – Have Been Revised Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 8, 2020 at 11:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Dispute Resolution. Print blog post.
Doctors, Patients, and Arbitration Agreements: The NC Supreme Court’s Ruling in King v. Bryant Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 3, 2017 at 7:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Dispute Resolution. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Renewal of A Domestic Violence Protective Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 5, 2025 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Lifetime Civil No-Contact Order Expanded to Cover Human Trafficking Victims Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 9, 2023 at 8:30 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Amendments to Chapters 50B and 50C to take effect December 1, 2022 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 18, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals rules that denying domestic violence protection to persons in same-sex dating relationships is unconstitutional Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 5, 2021 at 5:52 pm and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Domestic violence protective orders: when is a stepparent acting in loco parentis? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 21, 2020 at 8:30 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence Protective Orders: sometimes phone calls to plaintiff in NC can establish ‘minimum contacts’ Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 12, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: Any New Court Order Supersedes an Existing DVPO. What Exactly Does that Mean? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 5, 2020 at 9:58 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: Recent Changes to Chapter 50B Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 6, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence Criminal Law and Procedure Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 13, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
DVPOs for Same-Sex Dating Relationships? Contributed by Jeff Welty on August 15, 2017 at 10:47 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: more on Mannise and personal jurisdiction Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 16, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: DVPOs Require Personal Jurisdiction Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 9, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Vinson, Voisine, and Misdemeanor Crimes of Domestic Violence Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 22, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
DVPO Can Be Set Aside When Victim is No Longer Afraid Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 20, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
Return of Firearms After a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Renewal of a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
When can the court order surrender of firearms in a DVPO? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence. Print blog post.
New Lifetime Civil No-Contact Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 23, 2015 at 5:18 am and is filed under Civil Law, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
NO FINES FOR CIVIL CONTEMPT Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 21, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Contempt, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
More on DVPOs: What is a ‘Dating Relationship’? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 10, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Ex Parte DVPOs Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 26, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Please Don’t Charge the Victim Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 6, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
More Changes to the Year’s Allowance in Decedents’ Estates: The Procedure to Claim and Assign the Allowance Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 28, 2024 at 10:00 am and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
Changes Specific to the Child’s Year’s Allowance in Decedents’ Estates Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 16, 2024 at 3:20 pm and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
Changes to the Spousal and Child’s Year’s Allowance in Decedents’ Estates: The Time Period to Apply for the Allowance and the Priority Among the Allowances Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 9, 2024 at 12:23 pm and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
A Frequent Flyer in Estates: The Spousal Year’s Allowance Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 15, 2019 at 9:12 pm and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
You May Not Need that Guardian of the Estate After All: Other Methods of Distributing Property to Minors Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 2, 2019 at 1:42 am and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
More than the Budget: Estate and Power of Attorney Changes Circulating at the Legislature Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 8, 2018 at 6:00 am and is filed under Estates, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Judicial Relief under the New GS Chapter 32C, the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 1, 2017 at 5:29 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates, Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Where Oh Where Could My Lost Will Be? Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 24, 2017 at 7:42 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates. Print blog post.
A Parent’s Right to Inherit Intestate from a Child Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 12, 2016 at 4:01 pm and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
Intestate Succession Rights and Children Born Out of Wedlock Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 4, 2016 at 2:25 pm and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
Rule 17 Stands Alone: The NC Rules of Civil Procedure and Estate Proceedings before the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 18, 2015 at 11:10 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Estates. Print blog post.
Funeral Expenses, Time Bars, and Attorney Fees– Oh My! Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 8, 2015 at 8:42 am and is filed under Estates. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: trial court can consider a Rule 60(b) motion during an appeal; stipulation in pre-trial order revokes a revocable Trust Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 20, 2024 at 4:19 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
The NC Court of Appeals addresses “self-executing” modification provisions in custody orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 7, 2024 at 2:28 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support: Would the result in Green v. Carter be different if the parties were married? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 10, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Stipulation in a Pretrial Order Makes Revocable Trust a Necessary Party Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 15, 2024 at 9:45 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
An unmarried partner with joint legal and physical custody is not a parent and cannot be ordered to pay child support. Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 10, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Registration of a Foreign Custody Order Pursuant to GS 50A-305 Does Not Register the Child Support Provisions in the Same Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 20, 2023 at 3:12 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Is a parent always a ‘necessary party’ to a custody action? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 15, 2023 at 12:25 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Is it present income? Lump sum payments and child support Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 11, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: QDROs, DROs, and a statute of limitations Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 17, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: When does a Trust have to be joined as a party? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 8, 2023 at 11:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
North Carolina has new Child Support Guidelines Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 10, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
The New Edition of the North Carolina Trial Judges’ Family Law Bench Book Is Available! Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 12, 2022 at 3:34 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Alimony: the court can order security for the future payment of an award but probably not by life insurance Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 18, 2022 at 9:33 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
It is time to review the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 17, 2022 at 11:19 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Classification of Student Loans as Marital Debt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 9, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Nonparent custody claims: Court of Appeals confirms that an evidentiary hearing is not required to determine standing Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 12, 2022 at 8:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child custody jurisdiction: what happens when everyone leaves the state while the case is pending? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 8, 2021 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Attorney fees for contempt in family law cases: Only for a prevailing party? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 1, 2021 at 10:20 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable distribution: Classification of Life Insurance Policies and Proceeds Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 3, 2021 at 12:04 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Modification of custody: establishing impact of change on welfare of child Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 5, 2021 at 12:54 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support: Deviating from the Guidelines Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 30, 2021 at 8:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support: Extraordinary Expenses in Guideline Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 15, 2021 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
NC Court of Appeals rules application of grandparent visitation statutes unconstitutional Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 22, 2021 at 10:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Prospective Child Support: What is it and how is the amount determined? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 10, 2021 at 8:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody: We Can’t “Change Venue” to Another State; Determining NC is an inconvenient forum Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 11, 2020 at 8:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence Protective Orders: sometimes phone calls to plaintiff in NC can establish ‘minimum contacts’ Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 12, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: Any New Court Order Supersedes an Existing DVPO. What Exactly Does that Mean? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 5, 2020 at 9:58 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody: Denying Visitation to a Parent in a Case Between Parents Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 8, 2020 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
CUSTODY AND VISITATION RECOMMENDATIONS DURING COVID-19 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 15, 2020 at 9:52 am and is filed under Family Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Amendments to Chapter 50B and to the Child Support Guidelines Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 12, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: significant legislative amendments regarding retirement accounts and other forms of deferred compensation Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 30, 2019 at 8:30 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Legitimation Proceedings and a Change in the Child’s Surname Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 23, 2019 at 6:41 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
North Carolina Case Law Indicates Marriages Solemnized in North Carolina by Persons “Instantly Ordained” by the Universal Life Church Are Not Valid Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 10, 2019 at 2:07 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Default and Summary Judgment in ‘Divorce’ Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 17, 2019 at 1:57 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Grandparent visitation: termination of parent’s rights does not terminate grandparent’s court ordered visitation Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 10, 2019 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
What the law says about ex parte custody orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 15, 2019 at 4:00 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
New Child Support Guidelines for 2019 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 8, 2019 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
No Contempt for the Nonpayment of Money Without Actual Evidence of Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 5, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
Enforcing custody orders: civil contempt is not always the appropriate remedy Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 1, 2018 at 8:42 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Custody Modification: the effects of the same circumstances can be the changed circumstances Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 27, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
When can the court order surrender of a firearm in a 50C Civil No-Contact Order? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 16, 2018 at 10:51 am and is filed under Civil Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
Intervention in Custody and Child Support Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 16, 2018 at 9:20 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Separation and Property Settlement Agreements: When does breach by one party excuse performance by the other? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 11, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Civil Contempt and “Springing” Orders for Arrest Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 7, 2018 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Military Disability Pay: It’s not marital property but it is income Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 17, 2018 at 3:15 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Classification of a Lawyer’s Contingency Fee Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 27, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
What Happens to Temporary Orders When a Case is Dismissed? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 20, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support Modification: Yes, we’re still supposed to file a motion to modify Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 6, 2017 at 2:15 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Divisible Property and Burdens of Proof Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 22, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: The Marital Property Presumption Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 8, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Right to Counsel in Civil Contempt Proceeding for Violation of Custody Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 25, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
New Legislation Acknowledges Same-Sex Marriage Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 8, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
What happens to a custody case when a party dies? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 14, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
New Regulations Regarding Contempt in IV-D Child Support Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 30, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Family Law. Print blog post.
More on Law Enforcement Involvement in Custody Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 16, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Cohabitation is a Defense to Alimony Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 9, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Bankruptcy and the Application of the Automatic Stay to Family Law Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 12, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: What is Property? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 5, 2017 at 1:57 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Rule 58 and Entry of Civil Judgments: Statements from the bench are not court orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 3, 2017 at 5:45 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Can the court order the sale of marital property? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 28, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Attorney Fees in Child Custody Actions Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 12, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Court Costs and Fees, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Change to Federal Law Regarding Military Pensions Part 2 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 24, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Change in Federal Law Regarding Military Pensions Part 1 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 3, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody Order Cannot Tell a Parent Where to Live Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 17, 2017 at 12:02 pm and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Service by Publication When Defendant is in Another Country Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 10, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Chapter 35A Guardianship Trumps Chapter 50 Custody Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 1, 2017 at 10:35 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Does North Carolina law allow reconciliation agreements? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 11, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody: We Can’t “Change Venue” to Another State Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 28, 2016 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Custody Orders Requesting Findings for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 30, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence: more on Mannise and personal jurisdiction Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 16, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
No More Nunc Pro Tunc in Civil Cases? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 2, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
No Sua Sponte Change of Venue Allowed Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 26, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Back to Parenting Coordinators in Custody Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 19, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
You Need to Know More Than Just the Law Contributed by Austine Long on August 17, 2016 at 8:35 am and is filed under Family Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Can we use the date of separation from the divorce judgment? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 5, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Third Party Custody: Does a parent lose constitutionally protected status by signing a consent custody order granting custody rights to a non-parent? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 15, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Parenting Coordinators in Custody Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 8, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Trial Court Jurisdiction Following Appeal of an Interlocutory Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 15, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Trial Court Jurisdiction Following Appeal Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 3, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Alimony: Cohabitation is All About Money After All Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 27, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support: Maintenance and Gifts Are Actual Income?? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 13, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Does Summary Judgment Divorce Require a Hearing? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
And They Said It Again: Never Use Earning Capacity Without Bad Faith Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 22, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody and Support: Jurisdiction to Modify Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 15, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Hope Someone Remembered to File the Motion to Modify…….. Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 8, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Retroactive Child Support: What is it and how is the amount determined? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 1, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Custody: Denying or Significantly Limiting a Parent’s Visitation Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 18, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Time Limits in Family Law Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 11, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: When Marital Property is Not Owned by a Party…… Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 17, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: When does the marital LLC have to be joined as a party? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 12, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Ordering Law Enforcement Officers to Enforce a Child Custody Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 15, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
The Role of Fault in Alimony Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 8, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Return of Firearms After a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Renewal of a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: LLCs and Divisible Property Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Kids Need Both Parents When Possible Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 30, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
New Lifetime Civil No-Contact Order Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 23, 2015 at 5:18 am and is filed under Civil Law, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Imputing Income: So What is Bad Faith? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 7, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Imputing Income: Voluntary Unemployment is Not Enough Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Child Support: When is Health Insurance Available at a Reasonable Cost? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
And Now We Don’t Have to Record Ex Parte DVPO Hearings Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 28, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
NO FINES FOR CIVIL CONTEMPT Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 21, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Contempt, Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Should Little Johnny Play Football or Take Piano Lessons? Allocating Legal Custody Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 19, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Can the court enter a QDRO without an ED claim? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 31, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
So someone forgot to draft that QDRO. Now what? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 24, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
More on DVPOs: What is a ‘Dating Relationship’? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 10, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Ex Parte DVPOs Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 26, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Classification of Marital Debt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 19, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
“Tweaking” of Custody Orders Not Allowed Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 12, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
When is a temporary child custody order really a temporary child custody order? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 5, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Can a verification problem be corrected after a divorce complaint is filed? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 29, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Nonparent vs Parent Consent Custody Orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 22, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Tenancy by the Entirety in Equitable Distribution: Did the statutory amendment change anything? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 15, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Contempt: Establishing Ability to Pay Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 8, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
Please Don’t Charge the Victim Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 6, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law. Print blog post.
No Default Judgment in Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law. Print blog post.
Adoptions and Sperm Donors Contributed by Sara DePasquale, Meredith Smith on April 24, 2015 at 4:50 am and is filed under Adoptions, Family Law. Print blog post.
Equitable Distribution: Post-Separation Changes in Debt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 17, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
50B Consent Orders: Findings of Fact/Conclusions of Law Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 10, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
Abuse, Neglect, Dependency Actions Automatically Stay Custody Claims in Civil Actions Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Family Law. Print blog post.
When Can Juveniles Be Held in Contempt? Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
When is a 401k Not a Retirement Account? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 20, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Minor Parties in 50B Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law. Print blog post.
Does a foreign custody order have to be registered before our court can enforce or modify it? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 6, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Custody When A Military Parent Deploys Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Appointed Counsel in Child Support Cases: How Far Do You Go? Contributed by Austine Long on February 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
What’s the Law About Incorporating Separation Agreements? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 6, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
We have new Child Support Guidelines. Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 28, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Foreclosure Moratorium in Effect in North Carolina for Certain Counties and Certain Mortgage Loans Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 11, 2024 at 3:01 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
A New Foreclosure Resource Available for Clerks of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 21, 2022 at 12:54 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
More on the Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 18, 2020 at 2:56 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
Expiration and Extension of Federal and State Limits on Foreclosures in North Carolina Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 29, 2020 at 12:04 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
Federal and State Limits on Foreclosures in North Carolina in Response to COVID-19 Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 23, 2020 at 3:30 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
Where are We Now: The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 20, 2019 at 5:45 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
New Legislation Applicable to Attorneys Serving as Trustees in Chapter 45 Foreclosures Contributed by Meredith Smith on January 12, 2018 at 7:00 am and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
The General Specific: The N.C. Supreme Court Decision In re Foreclosure of Lucks Contributed by Meredith Smith on January 20, 2017 at 11:04 am and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
In re Foreclosure of Kenley: Proving Possession of the Note in a Power of Sale Foreclosure Proceeding Contributed by Meredith Smith on January 22, 2016 at 9:41 am and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
New(ish) Protections for Tenants Occupying Foreclosed Property Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 9, 2015 at 12:25 pm and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
Dude, Where’s My Note? Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 10, 2015 at 7:45 am and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
All About Bass and Indorsements in a Power of Sale Foreclosure Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Foreclosures. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Less Restrictive Alternatives and Incompetency Restoration Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 3, 2024 at 9:57 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Guardians: Don’t Forget to File a Notice of Change of Address with the Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 12, 2024 at 2:30 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Change is Coming: The Consideration of Less Restrictive Alternatives in Adult Guardianship Proceedings Mandated by S.L. 2023-124 Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 22, 2023 at 7:00 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
S.L. 2023-124: Changes to Guardianship Statutes, Notice of Rights, and Details on Upcoming SOG Resources Contributed by Timothy Heinle on October 26, 2023 at 10:30 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Challenging Assumptions in Incompetency Proceedings: Ideas for Guardians ad Litem Contributed by Timothy Heinle on February 15, 2023 at 11:10 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Apply Now for the Upcoming Adult Protection Multidisciplinary Team Workshop Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 16, 2022 at 7:00 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Incapacity to Proceed (G.S. Chapter 15A) and Incompetency (G.S. Chapter 35A): Apples and Oranges? Contributed by Timothy Heinle on December 13, 2022 at 8:54 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Adult Protection MDTs: New Project Underway (and Help Needed!) Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 8, 2022 at 4:59 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
More on Single Protective Arrangements and Single Transactions under G.S. Chapter 35A Contributed by Timothy Heinle, Meredith Smith on April 20, 2022 at 1:21 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Single Transactions and Protective Arrangements: A New Tool in Guardianship Proceedings and a Lot for GALs to Consider Contributed by Timothy Heinle on February 3, 2022 at 9:45 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
There’s a New G.S. 35A-1121 in Town Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 5, 2021 at 4:00 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
The Conservatorship of Britney Spears and a Ward’s Right to Petition for Restoration of Competency Contributed by Timothy Heinle on July 7, 2021 at 12:30 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Incompetent Wards and the Sex Offender Registry Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 16, 2021 at 2:41 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
The Initial Guide in a New Series: The First Seven Days Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 22, 2021 at 5:54 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
It’s Time for a New SOG Cohort of Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Teams Contributed by Meredith Smith, Aimee Wall on August 28, 2020 at 8:00 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Will We See More APS Petitions During COVID-19? What GALs Need to Know Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 17, 2020 at 10:06 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Temporary Changes to Service on the Respondent in Incompetency Proceedings Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 7, 2020 at 3:59 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Civil Actions and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults: Who Brings the Action? Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 18, 2019 at 12:30 pm and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Apply Now! Elder Abuse Workshop at the School of Government Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 23, 2019 at 2:41 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Eight Common Mistakes by Guardians of an Incompetent Adult’s Estate Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 1, 2019 at 12:00 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New Listserv Available for Appointed GAL Attorneys: Subscribe Now! Contributed by Austine Long on February 20, 2019 at 2:10 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Social Services. Print blog post.
Upcoming Trainings for Civil Defenders Contributed by Austine Long on October 24, 2018 at 2:38 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
The Authority to Make Gifts under the New North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 8, 2017 at 12:40 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Multidisciplinary Evaluations in Incompetency and Adult Guardianship Proceedings: The Final Report Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 10, 2017 at 3:17 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Judicial Relief under the New GS Chapter 32C, the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 1, 2017 at 5:29 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates, Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
The Final Installment: Protecting Against Elder Abuse, Part Three Contributed by Meredith Smith on August 4, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
More on Protecting Against Elder Abuse Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 23, 2017 at 2:30 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
Protecting Against Elder Abuse Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 14, 2017 at 6:00 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship. Print blog post.
The Guardian’s Role in Health Care Decision-making Contributed by Aimee Wall on April 5, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Some Q&A on UAGPPJA Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 15, 2017 at 6:31 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Preparing for the Effective Date: UAGPPJA Resources Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 30, 2016 at 2:28 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
UAGPPJA is Here to Stay Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 21, 2016 at 2:53 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Administrative Inspection Warrants in Adult Protective Services Cases Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 29, 2016 at 2:21 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Some Things to Remember About Interim Guardianship Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 4, 2016 at 11:52 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
You Have a Right to Appeal My Incompetency? Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 30, 2016 at 3:43 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
The Guardian of Last Resort Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 3, 2016 at 2:19 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
LME/MCOs and MDEs Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 2, 2015 at 2:23 pm and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Standby Me: New Legislation on Standby Guardianship Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 23, 2015 at 8:53 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Incompetency Proceedings and the SCRA (Yes, You Read that Right) Contributed by Meredith Smith on August 5, 2015 at 10:42 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
You-Ah-Gap-Jah: Take the Granny and Run Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 22, 2015 at 6:09 am and is filed under Guardianship. Print blog post.
Less Restrictive Alternatives and Incompetency Restoration Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 3, 2024 at 9:57 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
S.L. 2023-124: Changes to Guardianship Statutes, Notice of Rights, and Details on Upcoming SOG Resources Contributed by Timothy Heinle on October 26, 2023 at 10:30 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Challenging Assumptions in Incompetency Proceedings: Ideas for Guardians ad Litem Contributed by Timothy Heinle on February 15, 2023 at 11:10 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
Incapacity to Proceed (G.S. Chapter 15A) and Incompetency (G.S. Chapter 35A): Apples and Oranges? Contributed by Timothy Heinle on December 13, 2022 at 8:54 am and is filed under Guardianship, Incompetency. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Extension of the Chief Justice’s Emergency Order for Certain Counties Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 16, 2024 at 1:41 pm and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Rules of Conduct Created for North Carolina Magistrates Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 1, 2021 at 9:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
With Enactment of SB 255, COVID-19 Emergency Directives Come to an End Contributed by Shea Denning on June 22, 2021 at 8:25 am and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Extensions and Modifications of Emergency Directives from the Chief Justice Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 14, 2020 at 8:47 pm and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Resolve to Make Better Decisions in 2020! Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on December 16, 2019 at 9:58 am and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
No Kids in Court? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 22, 2019 at 9:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
An Appreciation of the Many Roles and Responsibilities of a District Court Judge Contributed by Shea Denning on January 10, 2019 at 8:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
“To Effectuate a Decision Already Made”: The Role of a Substitute Judge Under Rule 63 Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 13, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Gatekeeper Orders in North Carolina Courts: What, When, and How Contributed by Ann Anderson on November 15, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Gag order? Punishment for talking about a case? Can a court do that? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 18, 2017 at 2:36 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Constitutional Issues, Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
The Little Engine that Could: Article 27A, G.S. Chapter 1 Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 21, 2017 at 4:22 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Show Me the Statute: The Office and Judicial Authority of the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 22, 2017 at 4:25 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
So You Want to be a District Court Judge Contributed by Shea Denning on October 14, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
May a Different Judge Hear My Rule 60(b) Motion? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 3, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
The Clerk’s Contempt Authority Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 27, 2016 at 12:35 pm and is filed under Contempt, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
Court Approval of Minor Settlements in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 9, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Reviewing Structured Settlement Sales: The Courts’ Role Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 11, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Almost Everything, But Not Quite: What’s a General Appearance Again? Contributed by Emily Turner on October 7, 2022 at 9:06 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals Finds No Constitutional Violations Related to Pre-Raise the Age Prosecution in Criminal Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 22, 2022 at 1:46 pm and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Legislative Changes Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 26, 2021 at 8:22 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
From 6 to 10: New Minimum Age for Juvenile Delinquency and Undisciplined Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 4, 2021 at 9:01 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Domestic Violence Protective Orders: sometimes phone calls to plaintiff in NC can establish ‘minimum contacts’ Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 12, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Tips and Resources for Law Enforcement Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 26, 2019 at 9:34 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
“To Effectuate a Decision Already Made”: The Role of a Substitute Judge Under Rule 63 Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 13, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Is it too late to seek Rule 11 sanctions? Contributed by Ann Anderson on June 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Show Me the Statute: The Office and Judicial Authority of the Clerk of Superior Court Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 22, 2017 at 4:25 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Clerks of Superior Court, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Courts, Church Disputes, and the First Amendment Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 14, 2016 at 2:52 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Constitutional Issues, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Rule 59: Not for Relief from Interlocutory Orders – A New Opinion Contributed by Ann Anderson on December 7, 2016 at 11:15 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Preparing for the Effective Date: UAGPPJA Resources Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 30, 2016 at 2:28 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Enforcing Foreign Judgments – What defenses can a judgment debtor raise? Contributed by Ann Anderson on August 31, 2016 at 1:55 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Appeal Deadlines and Tolling under Rule 3(c)(2): Don’t Be So Sure! Contributed by Ann Anderson on April 6, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Appeals, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Court Approval of Minor Settlements in North Carolina Contributed by Ann Anderson on March 9, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction. Print blog post.
Returning Juveniles with Pending Delinquency Matters in Other States Under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 26, 2025 at 9:42 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Capacity Law: Court Forms and Forensic Evaluators Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 25, 2025 at 8:21 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Considerations When Processing Arrests of 16- and 17-year-olds Under Criminal Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 26, 2024 at 9:59 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Remediation to Attain Capacity to Proceed: New NC Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2024 at 10:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Law on Juvenile Capacity to Proceed Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 24, 2024 at 9:59 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Changes Coming to Delinquency Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 27, 2024 at 9:36 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Change to the Law of Juvenile Jurisdiction and Juvenile Transfer to Superior Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 23, 2024 at 8:06 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
The Court’s Obligation to Determine Disposition in a Delinquency Matter Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 25, 2024 at 10:28 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Disposition Continuance to Provide for Time in Secure Custody Not Allowed Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 28, 2024 at 9:32 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
What is the Maximum Commitment Period That Must be Noticed at Disposition in a Delinquency Case? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 23, 2024 at 6:44 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Statutory Rights to Appeal Orders in Delinquency Matters: What, When, Who, and Impact on Juvenile Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 15, 2024 at 8:43 am and is filed under Appeals, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Addressing Substance Use Disorders Through Delinquency Dispositions Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 27, 2024 at 9:25 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
When Juvenile Justice Matters Cross State Lines: The Interstate Compact for Juveniles (ICJ) Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 23, 2024 at 9:34 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Law Authorizing Public Release of Juvenile Information in Limited Circumstances Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 28, 2023 at 12:25 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Statutory Changes Related to Juvenile Interrogation and Secure Custody Orders Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 24, 2023 at 2:20 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Changes Coming to Delinquency Procedure: Transfer and Mental Health Evaluations Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 26, 2023 at 10:58 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Code Does Not Authorize Transfer Based on Consent Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 22, 2023 at 8:45 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
The Adolescent Brain and Mens Rea Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 24, 2023 at 2:26 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
New Resource on Juvenile Delinquency Investigations Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 27, 2023 at 4:51 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
School Threat Assessment Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 23, 2023 at 8:43 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Is NC’s Disorderly Conduct at Schools Statute Unconstitutionally Vague? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 3, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Determining Disposition Level in Delinquency Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 25, 2023 at 9:29 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Is There a Deadline for Ordering a Disposition in a Delinquency Case? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 29, 2023 at 2:26 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juveniles and the Law of Impaired Driving Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 28, 2023 at 3:37 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Assessments in Delinquency Cases: When Can They be Done and Are They Confidential? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 22, 2022 at 9:19 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Violation of an Undisciplined Court Order Resulting in Delinquency Adjudication Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 25, 2022 at 11:32 am and is filed under Contempt, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Law Bulletin on Juvenile Interrogation Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 29, 2022 at 9:57 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Procedure in Juvenile Homicide Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 27, 2022 at 7:57 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Sight and Sound Separation in Court Holding Facilities Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 23, 2022 at 9:33 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juveniles and Firearms: Recent Data Trends Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 26, 2022 at 6:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Legally Permissible Uses of Juvenile Detention Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 28, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: Findings Required in Delinquency Adjudication Orders Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 24, 2022 at 10:20 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
How to Comply with Federal Confidentiality Laws When Reviewing Comprehensive Clinical Assessments in Delinquency Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 26, 2022 at 9:55 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Structuring Individualized Delinquency Dispositions Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 23, 2022 at 1:03 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals Finds No Constitutional Violations Related to Pre-Raise the Age Prosecution in Criminal Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 22, 2022 at 1:46 pm and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Resource on Juvenile Transfer Procedure Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 25, 2022 at 8:26 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Legislative Changes to Required Mental Health Assessments Before Entering a Delinquency Disposition: New Provisions of G.S. 7B-2502 Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 22, 2021 at 9:26 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Legislative Changes Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 26, 2021 at 8:22 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
From 6 to 10: New Minimum Age for Juvenile Delinquency and Undisciplined Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 4, 2021 at 9:01 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age and Enforcement of Domestic Violence Protective Orders and Civil No-Contact Orders Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 27, 2021 at 12:17 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Jurisdiction Over Parents in Delinquency Cases When the Juvenile is 18 or Older Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 25, 2021 at 12:33 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Questioning Youth at School: When is it a Custodial Interrogation? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 29, 2021 at 1:53 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Legal Questions Arising from Inclusion of Young Children in Delinquency Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 23, 2021 at 12:29 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Justice System Impacts in the First Year of Raise the Age Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 26, 2021 at 9:46 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Appointment of Attorneys in Juvenile Transfer Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 24, 2020 at 4:52 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
In Search of Youth Voice: Were You or Someone You Know Involved with Juvenile Court in N.C.? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 27, 2020 at 9:32 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Satisfying Conditions of Pretrial Release When in Juvenile Detention Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 22, 2020 at 11:12 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Race and Ethnicity in Juvenile Justice: North Carolina’s Numbers Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 24, 2020 at 4:59 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Expunction Relief for “Doughnut Hole” Youth Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 23, 2020 at 9:32 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Justice Pandemic Lessons Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 27, 2020 at 10:58 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Remote Delinquency Proceedings Not Otherwise Authorized in Statute Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 28, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
COVID-19 and Delinquency Continued Custody Hearings Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 24, 2020 at 10:42 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
All Related Charges Are Transferred When One Felony in a Delinquency Case Is Transferred Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 25, 2020 at 1:42 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
The Indictment Process and Juvenile Transfer Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 28, 2020 at 11:22 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Tips and Resources for Law Enforcement Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 26, 2019 at 9:34 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age FAQs Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2019 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Delinquency Laws – It’s Not Just Raise the Age Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 24, 2019 at 10:39 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age: Modifications and Training Opportunities Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 27, 2019 at 9:10 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Delinquency and DSS Custody – Take Two Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 23, 2019 at 10:38 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Using DSS Custody in Delinquency Cases – Key Takeaways Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 25, 2019 at 8:44 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! New Juvenile Law Bulletin – Delinquency and DSS Custody without Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency: How Does that Work? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 12, 2019 at 10:59 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
When Does Delinquency Result in Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on May 28, 2019 at 6:42 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Justice Changes in Federal Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 26, 2019 at 6:33 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Getting Ready for Raise the Age Implementation Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 26, 2019 at 10:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Mental Health Evaluations Required Prior to Delinquency Dispositions Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 22, 2019 at 8:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Getting Beyond the Checkboxes: Delinquency Dispositional Orders Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 28, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Meet the School’s New Faculty Member: Jacqui Greene Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 20, 2018 at 8:30 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
North Carolina Youth Development Centers Contributed by Austine Long on August 8, 2018 at 10:22 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Reentry Second Chance Project Contributed by Austine Long on June 20, 2018 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Justice Resource at the Administrative Office of the Courts Contributed by Austine Long on January 31, 2018 at 10:26 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
The Juvenile Court Counselor’s Role As Gatekeeper Contributed by LaToya Powell on November 8, 2017 at 4:22 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Incapacity to Proceed and Juveniles Contributed by LaToya Powell on October 13, 2017 at 12:46 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Ordering Restitution In A Juvenile Delinquency Case Contributed by LaToya Powell on September 20, 2017 at 2:19 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
“Raise the Age” Is Now the Law in North Carolina Contributed by LaToya Powell on August 30, 2017 at 10:40 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Extended YDC Commitments and the 30-Day Notice Requirement Contributed by LaToya Powell on July 12, 2017 at 2:14 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
In the Matter of T.K.: Does a Student’s Use of Profanity in the Hallway Constitute Disorderly Conduct at School? Contributed by LaToya Powell on June 7, 2017 at 4:29 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Due Process Rights and Children: Fifty Years of In re Gault – Part Five, the Privilege Against Self-Incrimination Contributed by LaToya Powell on May 17, 2017 at 11:02 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
New York Just Passed “Raise the Age” – Is North Carolina Next? Contributed by LaToya Powell on April 26, 2017 at 11:41 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
A Juvenile’s Request for a Parent During Custodial Interrogation Must Be Unambiguous Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 8, 2017 at 8:11 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
N.C. Court of Appeals: Disposition Orders Do Not Require Written Findings on the G.S. 7B-2501(c) Factors Contributed by LaToya Powell on February 8, 2017 at 12:24 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Prosecuting Juveniles in Adult Court Contributed by Austine Long on January 18, 2017 at 12:57 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Due Process Rights and Children: Fifty Years of In re Gault – Part Four, the Right to Confrontation Contributed by LaToya Powell on November 2, 2016 at 11:15 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Due Process Rights and Children: Fifty Years of In re Gault – Part Three, the Right to Notice Contributed by LaToya Powell on October 26, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
The Magistrate’s Role in Filing Juvenile Delinquency and Undisciplined Petitions Contributed by LaToya Powell on October 5, 2016 at 12:54 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Due Process Rights and Children: Fifty Years of In re Gault – Part Two, the Right to Counsel Contributed by LaToya Powell on September 14, 2016 at 10:17 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Due Process Rights and Children: Fifty Years of In re Gault – Part One Contributed by LaToya Powell on August 10, 2016 at 9:33 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Consecutive Terms of Commitment for a Delinquent Juvenile Contributed by LaToya Powell on July 13, 2016 at 2:04 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Teaching Judges about the School to Prison Pipeline Contributed by LaToya Powell on June 22, 2016 at 10:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Does NC Need a Teen Sexting Law? Contributed by LaToya Powell on May 18, 2016 at 7:11 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Defenders Spend Time at a Juvenile Detention Center Contributed by Austine Long on April 29, 2016 at 8:48 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Extending a Juvenile’s Probation Term: Frequently Asked Questions Contributed by LaToya Powell on April 20, 2016 at 11:16 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Law Bulletin: Applying the Reasonable Child Standard to Juvenile Interrogations After J.D.B. v. North Carolina Contributed by LaToya Powell on February 19, 2016 at 9:30 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Obtaining Relief from an Adjudication of Delinquency: Does Rule 60 Apply? Contributed by LaToya Powell on January 27, 2016 at 12:36 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Untimely Filed Juvenile Petitions – What’s the Remedy? Contributed by LaToya Powell on November 25, 2015 at 6:22 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
More Thoughts on Improper Delegation of Authority and Intermittent Confinement Contributed by LaToya Powell on October 28, 2015 at 7:15 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
It’s Only Juvenile Court, Is an Expunction Necessary? Contributed by Austine Long on October 14, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Teen “Sexting” is a Problem, but is it a Crime? Contributed by LaToya Powell on September 9, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Improper Delegation of Authority and Intermittent Confinement Contributed by LaToya Powell on August 26, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Code Reform Legislation (HB 879) Becomes Effective December 1, 2015 Contributed by LaToya Powell on July 17, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Juvenile Defenders: Part of the Solution Contributed by Austine Long on June 17, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
What Adjudications Count When Determining a Juvenile’s Delinquency History Level Contributed by LaToya Powell on June 3, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Reducing Charges in Juvenile Court Contributed by LaToya Powell on May 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
2015 Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation Contributed by LaToya Powell on April 15, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
When Can Juveniles Be Held in Contempt? Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 25, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Family Law, Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Can Probation Be Revoked in Juvenile’s Absence? Contributed by LaToya Powell on February 18, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice. Print blog post.
Returning Juveniles with Pending Delinquency Matters in Other States Under the Interstate Compact for Juveniles Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 26, 2025 at 9:42 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Capacity Law: Court Forms and Forensic Evaluators Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 25, 2025 at 8:21 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Public Records and Minors Arrested Under Criminal Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 28, 2025 at 9:21 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
N.C. Supreme Court Clarifies When and How to Preserve Parents’ Constitutionally Protected Rights for an A/N/D Appeal Contributed by Timothy Heinle on January 13, 2025 at 11:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Constitutional Issues, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Considerations When Processing Arrests of 16- and 17-year-olds Under Criminal Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 26, 2024 at 9:59 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Remediation to Attain Capacity to Proceed: New NC Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2024 at 10:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Rule 17 GALs for Respondent Parents: A Final Lesson from In re A.K. Contributed by Timothy Heinle on October 18, 2024 at 8:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
New Law on Juvenile Capacity to Proceed Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 24, 2024 at 9:59 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Changes Coming to Delinquency Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 27, 2024 at 9:36 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
The Court’s Obligation to Determine Disposition in a Delinquency Matter Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 25, 2024 at 10:28 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Disposition Continuance to Provide for Time in Secure Custody Not Allowed Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 28, 2024 at 9:32 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
What is the Maximum Commitment Period That Must be Noticed at Disposition in a Delinquency Case? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 23, 2024 at 6:44 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
When Juvenile Justice Matters Cross State Lines: The Interstate Compact for Juveniles (ICJ) Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 23, 2024 at 9:34 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Supports for Relative Placements of Abused, Neglected, and Dependent Juveniles Contributed by Timothy Heinle on November 21, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
What’s the Status of North Carolina’s Minor’s Consent Law After S.L. 2023-106? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 28, 2023 at 7:56 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
A New Resource on Expert Witnesses in Juvenile A/N/D and TPR Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 18, 2023 at 4:02 pm and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Determining Disposition Level in Delinquency Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 25, 2023 at 9:29 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Nontestimonial Identification Orders in Delinquency Matters Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 24, 2023 at 10:43 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Assessments in Delinquency Cases: When Can They be Done and Are They Confidential? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 22, 2022 at 9:19 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Violation of an Undisciplined Court Order Resulting in Delinquency Adjudication Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 25, 2022 at 11:32 am and is filed under Contempt, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Procedure in Juvenile Homicide Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 27, 2022 at 7:57 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Sight and Sound Separation in Court Holding Facilities Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 23, 2022 at 9:33 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Ethics Opinion on Dual Role GAL–Attorney Advocates in Juvenile Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 17, 2022 at 10:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
Legally Permissible Uses of Juvenile Detention Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 28, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: Findings Required in Delinquency Adjudication Orders Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 24, 2022 at 10:20 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
How to Comply with Federal Confidentiality Laws When Reviewing Comprehensive Clinical Assessments in Delinquency Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 26, 2022 at 9:55 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Structuring Individualized Delinquency Dispositions Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 23, 2022 at 1:03 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Court of Appeals Finds No Constitutional Violations Related to Pre-Raise the Age Prosecution in Criminal Court Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 22, 2022 at 1:46 pm and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Resource on Juvenile Transfer Procedure Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 25, 2022 at 8:26 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Legislative Changes to Required Mental Health Assessments Before Entering a Delinquency Disposition: New Provisions of G.S. 7B-2502 Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 22, 2021 at 9:26 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Legislative Changes Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 26, 2021 at 8:22 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
From 6 to 10: New Minimum Age for Juvenile Delinquency and Undisciplined Jurisdiction Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 4, 2021 at 9:01 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
School Notification of Felony Delinquency Charges Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 25, 2021 at 9:03 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Dispelling Transfer Confusion: 10-Day Appeal Window, Orders for Arrest Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 22, 2021 at 5:05 pm and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Jurisdiction Over Parents in Delinquency Cases When the Juvenile is 18 or Older Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on May 25, 2021 at 12:33 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Questioning Youth at School: When is it a Custodial Interrogation? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 29, 2021 at 1:53 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Appointment of Attorneys in Juvenile Transfer Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 24, 2020 at 4:52 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Satisfying Conditions of Pretrial Release When in Juvenile Detention Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 22, 2020 at 11:12 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
“Sometimes You Just Need a Hug” – Virtual Visits Between Parents and Their Children Contributed by Timothy Heinle on September 10, 2020 at 10:58 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
No More Minors in Jails Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 28, 2020 at 10:48 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Expunction Relief for “Doughnut Hole” Youth Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 23, 2020 at 9:32 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Remote Delinquency Proceedings Not Otherwise Authorized in Statute Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 28, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
COVID-19 and Delinquency Continued Custody Hearings Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 24, 2020 at 10:42 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
All Related Charges Are Transferred When One Felony in a Delinquency Case Is Transferred Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on February 25, 2020 at 1:42 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
The Indictment Process and Juvenile Transfer Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on January 28, 2020 at 11:22 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age Tips and Resources for Law Enforcement Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 26, 2019 at 9:34 am and is filed under Jurisdiction, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age FAQs Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2019 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Delinquency Laws – It’s Not Just Raise the Age Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 24, 2019 at 10:39 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Raise the Age: Modifications and Training Opportunities Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on August 27, 2019 at 9:10 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Delinquency and DSS Custody – Take Two Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on July 23, 2019 at 10:38 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Using DSS Custody in Delinquency Cases – Key Takeaways Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on June 25, 2019 at 8:44 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! New Juvenile Law Bulletin – Delinquency and DSS Custody without Abuse, Neglect, or Dependency: How Does that Work? Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 12, 2019 at 10:59 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Who Can Access a Delinquency or Undisciplined Juvenile Court Record? Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 23, 2019 at 1:10 pm and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Parent Defender Training: Looking Back and Moving Forward Contributed by Austine Long on September 27, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Collaboration at Its Finest Contributed by Austine Long on April 7, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
You Need to Know More Than Just the Law Contributed by Austine Long on August 17, 2016 at 8:35 am and is filed under Family Law, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
What the Interstate Compact Rules Say About Out-of-State Runaways Contributed by LaToya Powell on March 16, 2016 at 1:58 pm and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
New Juvenile Law Bulletin: Applying the Reasonable Child Standard to Juvenile Interrogations After J.D.B. v. North Carolina Contributed by LaToya Powell on February 19, 2016 at 9:30 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
Juvenile Emancipations Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 16, 2015 at 11:12 am and is filed under Juvenile Law. Print blog post.
More than the Budget: Estate and Power of Attorney Changes Circulating at the Legislature Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 8, 2018 at 6:00 am and is filed under Estates, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
More on Gifting Authority under the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 11, 2018 at 4:40 pm and is filed under Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Third Party Refusals to Accept a Power of Attorney under the New North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on March 29, 2018 at 10:55 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
The Authority to Make Gifts under the New North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 8, 2017 at 12:40 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Judicial Relief under the New GS Chapter 32C, the North Carolina Uniform Power of Attorney Act Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 1, 2017 at 5:29 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Estates, Guardianship, Power of Attorney. Print blog post.
Fault Lines: Understanding Negligence Doctrines Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on March 21, 2025 at 5:54 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Legislative Roundup: Recent Changes Affecting Small Claims, Summary Ejectment, Magistrates, and Real Property Crimes Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on December 15, 2024 at 2:03 pm and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
After the Storm: Summary Ejectment and Assistance Programs in North Carolina Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on November 12, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Details Matter: The Importance of Proper Notice in Summary Ejectment Proceedings Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on October 31, 2024 at 2:09 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Navigating Summary Ejectment Cases Involving Public and Subsidized Housing Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on August 14, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Accidents Happen, But Who’s Responsible? Understanding Vicarious Liability in Negligence Cases Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on May 22, 2024 at 6:40 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
As the Summary Ejectment Case Turns Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on March 22, 2024 at 7:51 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
“It’s Always Best to Start at the Beginning”: Determining Contract Terms Where Breach is Alleged Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on November 1, 2023 at 1:48 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Issues with Assistance Animals in Summary Ejectment Cases Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on September 20, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
How Does New Legislation Addressing “Transient Occupancy” Impact the Landlord-Tenant Analysis in Summary Ejectment? Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on July 12, 2023 at 9:41 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
What Happens When the Tenant Raises the Issue of Rent Abatement? Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on March 15, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Only One Bite at the Apple – and Small Claims Court Counts! Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on September 13, 2021 at 1:31 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
My Last Post on the CDC Eviction Moratorium, Almost for Certain Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 13, 2021 at 3:35 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment in the time of COVID, Part 2: The CDC Order and EO 171 Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on December 9, 2020 at 11:40 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment in the Time of COVID, Part 1: The CARES Act Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on October 8, 2020 at 4:35 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment: Will the CARES Act Solve the Backlog Problem? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 14, 2020 at 3:55 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Small Claims Appeals in Summary Ejectment Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on November 11, 2019 at 3:41 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Venue, Subject Matter Jurisdiction, and Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on September 9, 2019 at 9:20 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment Roundtable Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on June 25, 2019 at 8:52 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
A Lease or a License? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 9, 2019 at 12:23 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Small Claims Magistrates: Don’t Make These Mistakes in Summary Ejectment Cases! Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on February 6, 2019 at 6:37 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
When the Nanny Won’t Leave: NC Law on When Employees are Tenants Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on November 18, 2018 at 5:19 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Procedural Fairness: How to Do It and Why It Matters Contributed by Shea Denning on October 10, 2018 at 11:30 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Clerks of Superior Court, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Things You Might Not Know About the Residential Rental Agreements Act Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on September 12, 2018 at 12:51 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
New Legislation on Landlord’s Out-of-Pocket Expenses Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 30, 2018 at 9:21 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
A Judgment for Possession Is Only Step 1 in Summary Ejectment Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 31, 2018 at 2:43 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Don’t Try This at Home: Self-Help Evictions Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 25, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Fairness in the Marketplace Matters in Small Claims Court Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on March 26, 2018 at 8:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
File Under ‘Boring But Important’: Counting Time in Small Claims Court Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on February 15, 2018 at 4:09 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
New Law: Who Can Appear on Behalf of a Party in Small Claims Court and on Appeal? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on December 20, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Security Deposit Squabbles Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on November 1, 2017 at 7:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
A lease is a contract, but……… Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on October 11, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
A Lease is a Contract Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 23, 2017 at 12:28 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
New Legislation regarding Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 28, 2017 at 10:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Marco Polo and Mobile Home Spaces Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on June 2, 2017 at 2:25 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Small Claims Court: What’s the Fix When Things Go Wrong? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 19, 2017 at 5:02 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Who Can Appear on Behalf of a Party in Small Claims Court? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on March 17, 2017 at 2:42 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Action to Renew a Judgment – But Not Really Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on February 24, 2017 at 9:33 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Court of Appeals on When a Payment is “Due” Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on January 25, 2017 at 12:51 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Is Service by Posting Available in Non-Residential Leases? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on November 16, 2016 at 5:14 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Small Claims Mailbox: Questions from Magistrates about Service of Process Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on October 19, 2016 at 9:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Must a Tenant Introduce Opinion Evidence of Fair Rental Value in an Action for Rent Abatement? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on September 7, 2016 at 3:48 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Unconscionability, Public Housing & Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 24, 2016 at 5:07 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
“Live Loan” Checks in Small Claims Court Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on June 27, 2016 at 9:13 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Business or Shelter: When the Commercial/Residential Distinction Makes a Difference in Landlord-Tenant Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 13, 2016 at 10:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Minimum Notice Requirements in Small Claims Actions Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on March 2, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Tenant Tenders: Does the Landlord Lose? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on February 24, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
G.S. 42-3: The Landlord’s Life Preserver Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on December 9, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Small Claims Procedure for Magistrates: Judgments, Orders, and the Difference between Them Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on October 21, 2015 at 8:42 am and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Subject Matter Jurisdiction in Actions for Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on October 2, 2015 at 2:01 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Assignment to Small Claims Court: What Happens When Things Go Wrong? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 12, 2015 at 4:33 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Clerk of Court’s Role in Small Claims Cases Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 29, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Special Rules for Summary Ejectment Actions Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
The Mysterious World of Small Claims Procedure Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Practice, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Summary Ejectment & Unconscionability: When Breach of the Lease Is Not Enough Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on April 8, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act Applies to Family Cases Too Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions, Child Welfare Law, Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Family Law, Small Claims Law. Print blog post.
New Resource: Creating Release of Information Forms for the Disclosure of Health, Mental Health, Social Services, and Substance Use Disorder Information with Client Consent Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on January 8, 2025 at 9:00 am and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
The 2024 Adult Protection Multidisciplinary Team Booster Shot Series: Key Takeaways Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 13, 2024 at 4:51 pm and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
Rule 17 GALs for Respondent Parents: A Final Lesson from In re A.K. Contributed by Timothy Heinle on October 18, 2024 at 8:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
New Resources for Protecting Vulnerable Adults in North Carolina Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on October 14, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
Child Advocacy Centers, Child Medical Evaluations, and Multidisciplinary Team Information Sharing: New Law Goes into Effect on July 1 Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on June 27, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Social Services, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The Relationship Between Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency, and the Responsible Individuals List Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 14, 2023 at 10:51 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
Proposed Federal Rule Change Seeks to Increase Support for Relative and Nonrelative Kinship Foster Placements Contributed by Timothy Heinle on March 23, 2023 at 10:05 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
Human Trafficking: New SOG Resource Explaining Your Obligation to Make a Report and How the Agency Responds Contributed by Sara DePasquale on January 18, 2023 at 9:45 am and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
Ongoing Support for Adult Protection Multidisciplinary Teams Now Available Through the School of Government Help Desk Contributed by Meredith Smith on November 11, 2022 at 2:56 pm and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
New Ethics Opinion on Dual Role GAL–Attorney Advocates in Juvenile Proceedings Contributed by Timothy Heinle on August 17, 2022 at 10:45 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Juvenile Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
New SOG Bulletin: “When and How Criminal-Defense Attorneys Can Obtain Access to Confidential Child Welfare and Juvenile Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency Records” Contributed by Timothy Heinle on November 8, 2021 at 11:29 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law, Social Services. Print blog post.
New Listserv Available for Appointed GAL Attorneys: Subscribe Now! Contributed by Austine Long on February 20, 2019 at 2:10 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Social Services. Print blog post.
Regions, Regions, Regions: Untangling Different Concepts in Social Services Reform Contributed by Aimee Wall on October 15, 2018 at 2:31 pm and is filed under Social Services. Print blog post.
SUPPORT the SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT TODAY! Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 25, 2025 at 8:52 am and is filed under Contempt, Court Costs and Fees, Dispute Resolution, Domestic Violence, Estates, Family Law, Foreclosures, Guardianship, Judicial Authority, Jurisdiction, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Congratulations to Newly Certified Magistrates Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on February 12, 2025 at 1:35 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The School Is Hiring for an Assistant Professor in Decedents’ Estates and Trusts Contributed by Sara DePasquale on October 7, 2024 at 9:25 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Emergencies in Western North Carolina, Including Chief Justice’s Emergency Order Contributed by Sara DePasquale on September 30, 2024 at 10:44 am and is filed under Civil Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New Law Regarding Pornography on Government Networks and Devices Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on July 30, 2024 at 10:08 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
2024 HIPAA Final Rule: The New Attestation Requirement Contributed by Sara DePasquale on July 1, 2024 at 8:51 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Child Advocacy Centers, Child Medical Evaluations, and Multidisciplinary Team Information Sharing: New Law Goes into Effect on July 1 Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on June 27, 2024 at 9:00 am and is filed under Social Services, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The School Is Hiring for a Teaching Assistant Professor for Civil Procedure, Trials, and Contested Hearings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on June 5, 2024 at 11:23 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Today is GiveUNC – Help Us Help You Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 26, 2024 at 11:37 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Recordings by Government Officials Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 20, 2024 at 8:34 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Congratulations to Newly Certified Magistrates Contributed by Melanie Crenshaw on March 4, 2024 at 12:51 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New Pattern Jury Instructions Available Along with Updated Online Library Contributed by Shea Denning on October 13, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
We Are Sad But Ok, Thank You for Checking On Us Contributed by Sara DePasquale on August 29, 2023 at 4:53 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Lifetime Civil No-Contact Order Expanded to Cover Human Trafficking Victims Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 9, 2023 at 8:30 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Xylazine: What Legal and Public Health Professionals Need to Know Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 10, 2023 at 9:22 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Determining Disposition Level in Delinquency Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on April 25, 2023 at 9:29 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
How Can a Party Show Authorship of a Social Media Post or Other Electronic Communication? Contributed by Jeff Welty on April 17, 2023 at 2:25 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New Dean Appointed for the School: Aimee Wall Contributed by Sara DePasquale on February 20, 2023 at 9:31 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
A Refresher on North Carolina’s Needle Exchange Law and Other Harm Reduction Immunities Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 27, 2023 at 9:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The School of Government is looking for a new civil Legal Research Associate Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 31, 2022 at 10:46 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Melanie Crenshaw Joins the School of Government Faculty Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 2, 2022 at 9:22 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Determining Eligibility for Return of Guns Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 10, 2022 at 9:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Goodbye Dolly, Hello Chad Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 25, 2022 at 1:05 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
GiveUNC Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 29, 2022 at 9:00 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
GiveUNC Contributed by Cheryl Howell on March 29, 2022 at 11:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Hats Off to Newly Certified Magistrates Contributed by Shea Denning on February 1, 2022 at 8:19 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The State Budget Act Amends the Term of Office for Appointed District Court Judges Contributed by Shea Denning on January 10, 2022 at 11:18 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Goodbye to Another Year of Changes Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 22, 2021 at 11:21 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Rules of Conduct Created for North Carolina Magistrates Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 1, 2021 at 9:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New SOG Bulletin: “Ethical Dilemmas in Client Representation for DSS Attorneys in North Carolina” Contributed by Kristi Nickodem on October 13, 2021 at 3:36 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
The Initial Guide in a New Series: The First Seven Days Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 22, 2021 at 5:54 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Emergency Directives Again Renewed; Legislation to Permanently Authorize Remote Hearings Passes Senate Contributed by Shea Denning on April 12, 2021 at 12:41 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Today is GiveUNC Day – A Message from the School’s Dean Contributed by Sara DePasquale on March 30, 2021 at 9:04 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Emergency Directives Renewed and Legislation Proposed to Permanently Authorize Remote Proceedings Contributed by Shea Denning on March 15, 2021 at 1:53 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
School of Government seeks new faculty member to specialize in civil trials and contested hearings Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 20, 2021 at 9:05 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
COVID-19, Local Action, & Civil Issues: Sharing Information from Our SOG Colleagues Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 4, 2020 at 9:51 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Appointment of Attorneys in Juvenile Transfer Cases Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on November 24, 2020 at 4:52 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Satisfying Conditions of Pretrial Release When in Juvenile Detention Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on September 22, 2020 at 11:12 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Learning Together To “Get It Right” Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 31, 2020 at 9:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Will We See More APS Petitions During COVID-19? What GALs Need to Know Contributed by Timothy Heinle on June 17, 2020 at 10:06 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Quick Reference Guide to Orders from the Chief Justice and the North Carolina Supreme Court Related to COVID-19 Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 9, 2020 at 9:05 am and is filed under Clerks of Superior Court, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
CUSTODY AND VISITATION RECOMMENDATIONS DURING COVID-19 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on April 15, 2020 at 9:52 am and is filed under Family Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Guardian ad Litem Attorney Challenges in the Era of COVID-19 Contributed by Timothy Heinle on April 13, 2020 at 10:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Court Is Limited and Mass Gatherings Are Prohibited to Limit Spread of COVID-19 Contributed by Shea Denning on March 16, 2020 at 11:22 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
A new civil defender educator at the SOG: Welcome, Tim Heinle Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 8, 2020 at 12:42 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New SOG Bulletin! Human Trafficking of Minors and Young Adults: What Local Governments Need to Know Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 20, 2019 at 12:06 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Mental Illness and the Courts Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 18, 2019 at 1:50 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Goodbye, Judge Jarrell. You will be missed. Contributed by Shea Denning on August 8, 2019 at 8:13 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Eight Common Mistakes by Guardians of an Incompetent Adult’s Estate Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 1, 2019 at 12:00 pm and is filed under Guardianship, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Today is GiveUNC Day: A Message from the School’s Dean Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 9, 2019 at 12:53 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Calling all attorneys! Visit us in Chapel Hill for our live CLE@SOG. Contributed by Ann Anderson on September 5, 2018 at 2:03 pm and is filed under Civil Law, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
How the Proposed Constitutional Amendment Would Change Judicial Appointments Contributed by Shea Denning on August 2, 2018 at 4:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
GiveUNC: A Message from the Dean Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 10, 2018 at 8:05 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Social Services Working Group Contributed by Aimee Wall on April 4, 2018 at 7:59 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
A Special Thank You to Judges Hobgood, Davis, Doughton, and Beal Contributed by Ann Anderson on February 9, 2018 at 12:09 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Wishing LaToya Well as She Leaves the SOG Contributed by Sara DePasquale on November 29, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Consecutive Sentences for Criminal Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 3, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Ordering Restitution In A Juvenile Delinquency Case Contributed by LaToya Powell on September 20, 2017 at 2:19 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
What’s Social Media Got to Do with It? Contributed by Austine Long on May 19, 2017 at 10:14 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
District Court Judges Go to Washington Contributed by Shea Denning on March 31, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
So You Want to be a District Court Judge Contributed by Shea Denning on October 14, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority, Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Who’s In Charge in Your District? Contributed by Shea Denning on September 23, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Who Can Be a Supreme Court Justice Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 26, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Implicit Bias: Why Race is Hard Even when People are Good* Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 20, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
Access to Records in Financial Exploitation Cases Contributed by Aimee Wall on February 16, 2015 at 1:53 pm and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.
New Civil Law Blog Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized. Print blog post.