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.
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.
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.
Clerks, Adoptions and Division Review (Part I) Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Adoptions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The SCRA and Juvenile Proceedings Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 29, 2015 at 4:52 am and is filed under Child Welfare Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act and Non-Judicial Foreclosures Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Foreclosures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SOG Resources for Civil Defenders Contributed by Austine Long on August 2, 2017 at 10:21 am and is filed under Civil Practice.
Smartphones, YouTube, and criminal contempt Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 21, 2017 at 2:39 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Contempt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act and Non-Judicial Foreclosures Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Foreclosures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act and Non-Judicial Foreclosures Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Foreclosures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Consecutive Sentences for Criminal Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 3, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Uncategorized.
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.
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.
Smartphones, YouTube, and criminal contempt Contributed by Ann Anderson on July 21, 2017 at 2:39 pm and is filed under Civil Practice, Contempt.
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.
The Clerk’s Contempt Authority Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 27, 2016 at 12:35 pm and is filed under Contempt, Judicial Authority.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Domestic Violence Criminal Law and Procedure Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 13, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence.
DVPOs for Same-Sex Dating Relationships? Contributed by Jeff Welty on August 15, 2017 at 10:47 am and is filed under Domestic Violence.
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.
Domestic Violence: DVPOs Require Personal Jurisdiction Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 9, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence.
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.
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.
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.
Renewal of a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ex Parte DVPOs Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 26, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Child Support Guidelines for 2019 Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 8, 2019 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Equitable Distribution: The Marital Property Presumption Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 8, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
New Legislation Acknowledges Same-Sex Marriage Contributed by Cheryl Howell on August 8, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
Cohabitation is a Defense to Alimony Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 9, 2017 at 9:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
Equitable Distribution: What is Property? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 5, 2017 at 1:57 pm and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parenting Coordinators in Custody Cases Contributed by Cheryl Howell on July 8, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
Trial Court Jurisdiction Following Appeal Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 3, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Role of Fault in Alimony Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 8, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
Renewal of a DVPO Contributed by Cheryl Howell on December 4, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law.
Equitable Distribution: LLCs and Divisible Property Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
Kids Need Both Parents When Possible Contributed by Cheryl Howell on October 30, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ex Parte DVPOs Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 26, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Domestic Violence, Family Law.
Equitable Distribution: Classification of Marital Debt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 19, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
“Tweaking” of Custody Orders Not Allowed Contributed by Cheryl Howell on June 12, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
Nonparent vs Parent Consent Custody Orders Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 22, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Custody When A Military Parent Deploys Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
We have new Child Support Guidelines. Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 28, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Family Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dude, Where’s My Note? Contributed by Meredith Smith on June 10, 2015 at 7:45 am and is filed under Foreclosures.
The Servicemembers’ Civil Relief Act and Non-Judicial Foreclosures Contributed by Meredith Smith on April 1, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Civil Law, Civil Practice, Civil Procedure-General, Foreclosures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Some Q&A on UAGPPJA Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 15, 2017 at 6:31 pm and is filed under Guardianship.
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.
UAGPPJA is Here to Stay Contributed by Meredith Smith on October 21, 2016 at 2:53 pm and is filed under Guardianship.
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.
Some Things to Remember About Interim Guardianship Contributed by Meredith Smith on May 4, 2016 at 11:52 am and is filed under Guardianship.
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.
The Guardian of Last Resort Contributed by Meredith Smith on February 3, 2016 at 2:19 pm and is filed under Guardianship.
LME/MCOs and MDEs Contributed by Meredith Smith on December 2, 2015 at 2:23 pm and is filed under Guardianship.
Standby Me: New Legislation on Standby Guardianship Contributed by Meredith Smith on September 23, 2015 at 8:53 am and is filed under Guardianship.
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.
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.
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.
No Kids in Court? Contributed by Cheryl Howell on May 22, 2019 at 9:00 am and is filed under Judicial Authority.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Clerk’s Contempt Authority Contributed by Meredith Smith on July 27, 2016 at 12:35 pm and is filed under Contempt, Judicial Authority.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Raise the Age FAQs Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2019 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Juvenile Justice Changes in Federal Law Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on March 26, 2019 at 6:33 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
North Carolina Youth Development Centers Contributed by Austine Long on August 8, 2018 at 10:22 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
Juvenile Reentry Second Chance Project Contributed by Austine Long on June 20, 2018 at 9:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
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.
Incapacity to Proceed and Juveniles Contributed by LaToya Powell on October 13, 2017 at 12:46 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prosecuting Juveniles in Adult Court Contributed by Austine Long on January 18, 2017 at 12:57 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Juvenile Defenders: Part of the Solution Contributed by Austine Long on June 17, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
Reducing Charges in Juvenile Court Contributed by LaToya Powell on May 13, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
2015 Pending Juvenile Justice Legislation Contributed by LaToya Powell on April 15, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Juvenile Justice.
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.
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.
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.
Raise the Age FAQs Contributed by Jacquelyn Greene on October 22, 2019 at 1:22 pm and is filed under Juvenile Justice, Juvenile Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Juvenile Emancipations Contributed by Sara DePasquale on December 16, 2015 at 11:12 am and is filed under Juvenile Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Summary Ejectment Roundtable Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on June 25, 2019 at 8:52 am and is filed under Small Claims Law.
A Lease or a License? Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on May 9, 2019 at 12:23 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Security Deposit Squabbles Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on November 1, 2017 at 7:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law.
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.
A Lease is a Contract Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 23, 2017 at 12:28 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law.
New Legislation regarding Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on July 28, 2017 at 10:00 am and is filed under Small Claims Law.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Unconscionability, Public Housing & Summary Ejectment Contributed by Dona Lewandowski on August 24, 2016 at 5:07 pm and is filed under Small Claims Law.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mental Illness and the Courts Contributed by Cheryl Howell on September 18, 2019 at 1:50 pm and is filed under Uncategorized.
Goodbye, Judge Jarrell. You will be missed. Contributed by Shea Denning on August 8, 2019 at 8:13 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
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.
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.
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.
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.
GiveUNC: A Message from the Dean Contributed by Sara DePasquale on April 10, 2018 at 8:05 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
Social Services Working Group Contributed by Aimee Wall on April 4, 2018 at 7:59 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
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.
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.
Consecutive Sentences for Criminal Contempt Contributed by Cheryl Howell on November 3, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Contempt, Uncategorized.
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.
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.
District Court Judges Go to Washington Contributed by Shea Denning on March 31, 2017 at 8:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
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.
Who’s In Charge in Your District? Contributed by Shea Denning on September 23, 2016 at 6:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
Who Can Be a Supreme Court Justice Contributed by Cheryl Howell on February 26, 2016 at 5:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized.
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.
Access to Records in Financial Exploitation Cases Contributed by Aimee Wall on February 16, 2015 at 1:53 pm and is filed under Uncategorized.
New Civil Law Blog Contributed by Cheryl Howell on January 27, 2015 at 5:00 am and is filed under Uncategorized.