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Chapel Hill Divorce Attorney Representing Men In Divorce In Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Cordell & Cordell has Chapel Hill divorce lawyers ready to help you through one of the most trying periods in your life.

Featuring a comprehensive understanding of North Carolina divorce law, our Chapel Hill family lawyers focus entirely on Chapel Hill divorce issues, including North Carolina child custody laws, North Carolina alimony laws and child support in North Carolina.

To schedule an appointment, call 919.334.9900 or 1.866.DADS.LAW. One of our representatives will be glad to speak with you. Cordell & Cordell Chapel Hill Divorce Lawyers - Located at 1340 Environ Way, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. Phone: 919.334.9900 .

Frequently Asked Chapel Hill Divorce Questions

How long do I have to live in Chapel Hill before I can file for divorce?

Either the plaintiff or the defendant must have resided in North Carolina for six (6) months prior to filing for divorce.

Is there a mandatory waiting period in Chapel Hill before a divorce can be granted? How long will a divorce take?

In North Carolina, the parties must live separate and apart for one year and one day prior to filing a divorce. After the parties have lived separate and apart for at least one year, a party can petition the court for a divorce.

It is difficult to predict how long a divorce will take, as it is case by case. However, once the opposing party is served, that party has 30 days to file responsive pleadings or waive his/her right to file a response before the court can enter a final divorce decree.

How can I serve my spouse in Chapel Hill? If attempts to serve do not work, can I serve by publication?

A party can serve the opposing party by sheriff of the county where service is to be completed or by a duly authorized person, registered or certified mail, or by a designated delivery service.

You may serve by publication, but only after you attempt to serve the opposing party by personal service, registered or certified mail, or other authorized delivery service. A local newspaper that is qualified for legal advertisements in the area that the opposing party is believed to reside or, if unknown, in the county where the action is filed can be contacted for this purpose.

What are the specific forms I will need to file for a divorce in Chapel Hill?

In North Carolina, the initiating party must first file a Complaint to initiate the divorce action. A Summons must also be properly filed to initiate a divorce action.

Where do I file for divorce in Orange County?

A party residing in Orange County will go the Orange County Courthouse to file his/her divorce complaint. The Orange County Courthouse is located at 106 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC, 27278.

How much are divorce filing fees at the Orange County Courthouse?

In Orange County, if a party is filing for an absolute divorce only, the filing fee is $225. If the party wishes to resume a former name, there is an additional charge of $10. The fee to serve the opposing party via sheriff is $30.

Are there any Chapel Hill-Specific laws that are different from how other family law cases around the state are handled?

In North Carolina, most Judicial Districts have a set of specific local rules relevant to domestic cases filed within that particular jurisdiction. Consult with a Chapel Hill divorce lawyer for specific information on the rules and procedures of the local court.

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