[[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question","text":"When you decide to file for divorce in North Carolina, it\u2019s crucial to understand how state laws could affect you. North Carolina is known as a \u201chybrid\u201d state when it comes to divorce. This means state laws include aspects of both \u201cfault\u201d and \u201cno-fault\u201d divorce laws. You can file for divorce whether or not anyone is \u201cat fault\u201d as long as you believe the marriage has deteriorated beyond repair.","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question1","text":"A collaborative divorce occurs when spouses come to an agreement on all aspects of the divorce. This includes the dissolution of the marriage itself, the way marital assets or property will be divided, and how custody of children will work.  If you and your spouse agree on all of these legal issues, an uncontested divorce attorney can walk you through the standard process of filing for and finalizing the divorce. An uncontested divorce is undoubtedly the simplest and cheapest method.  On the other hand, a contested divorce occurs when spouses are unable to agree on one or more aspects of the divorce - such as child custody or child support.","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer1"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question2","text":"No two divorce cases are alike, so it\u2019s challenging to calculate your legal fees in advance. But regardless of the cost, effective legal representation can save you more money in the long run.  You can ask lawyers about their fee structures during the initial consultation stage. Many firms are happy to work with you to develop a payment plan that works for your budget.\u00a0The Law Offices of John Drew Warlick, P.A. can discuss these matters during a free consultation.","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer2"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","name":"Answer Question3","text":"You must wait 30 days after serving your spouse before your divorce can be finalized. Many divorces can be finalized in just a few weeks. However, contested cases may take much longer. If spouses disagree on most issues, divorce proceedings can drag on for months or even years.","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer3"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Answer","text":"Under\u00a0\u00a7 50-12\u00a0of the North Carolina General Statutes, you can petition the court to change your name during or after your divorce. To do so, you file the appropriate paperwork with the Clerk of Court and pay a $10 fee. Divorced women may revert their surnames to either their maiden names or the surname of a prior husband. Men may revert to pre-marriage surnames.","name":"Answer Question4","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer4"},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"What Should I Do If I Want a Divorce in North Carolina?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Question"},{"@type":"Question","name":"What is the Difference Between\u00a0 Collaborative Divorce vs. Contested Divorce?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer1"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Question1"},{"@type":"Question","name":"How Much Does a Divorce Lawyer Cost in NC?","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer2"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Question2"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer3"},"name":"How Long Does a Divorce Take in NC?","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Question3"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Answer4"},"name":"Can I Change My Name at the Time of Divorce?","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#Question4"}],"name":"Jacksonville Divorce FAQ","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#FAQPage"}],{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Family Law","item":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Divorce","item":"https:\/\/www.jdwarlick.com\/family-law-attorney\/divorce\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]