Family Law Section
The Importance of Parental Responsibility: Insights From In Re: B.L.K.
In the complex world of family law, the stakes can be incredibly high, particularly when it comes to the termination of parental rights. The recent…
What Can Pro Bono Do for You?
Jay Jerkins and I, co-chairs of the Pro Bono section, want to welcome you to a new bar year with new opportunities for pro bono work. Why is pro bono…
Family Law Attorney Wellness (FLAW) Initiative
As your new Chairperson of the Family Law Section, it is my distinct pleasure to unveil an initiative that is close to my heart and crucial to our collective…
Phone-A-Friend (2024 Family Law Fall CLE Program) – September 13, 2024
Coleman Cowan – featured speaker! Attorney Coleman Cowan, former Emmy award-winning 60 Minutes producer, and successful personal injury litigator, also just…
Dive Into DEI
Welcome to the first DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) blog post. Let’s make a splash by supporting our new DEI Committee with as many members as…
DEI Committee
Dear Section Members, As you know, I’ve identified a major goal for my chair year as being the establishment of a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)…
Welcome to a New Bar Year!
Dear Family Law Section Members, First and most importantly, thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as Chair of the Family Law Section for the…
Introducing: Annual Family Law CLE Dine-Arounds!
Are you attending the Annual Family Law CLE this year in Asheville? Are you looking for something fun to do that Friday night? Are you interested in meeting…
Intersection of Military Pension Division and NC Statute
A common challenge attorneys face in a military divorce is how the Frozen Benefit Rule (FBR) will affect pension division.[1] To avoid a call to the…
Thank You, Pro Bono
How are you giving thanks? I recently attended the lunch that honored the 2023 Branch Professional Award winner, Brian Beverly. His speech was so inspiring,…