March always makes me want to open the windows, clear the counters, and get life back into a simpler rhythm. If you are in a season of change, separation, co-parenting, or rebuilding, consider giving your legal life that same kind of reset. One small step can make a big difference.
Here’s a practical tip: pick one document or agreement to review this week, your separation agreement, custody schedule, child support order, or even the contact list you rely on when something changes. Ask yourself, “Does this still fit our real life?” If the answer is “not quite,” that is useful information, not a failure.
And since it’s Women’s History Month, I want to say this plainly, if you have been carrying the mental load for everyone else, you are not alone. You deserve support, you deserve steadiness, and you deserve a plan that helps you move forward with confidence.
Women’s History Month Spotlight:
Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil (Asheville, NC)
Cornelia Vanderbilt Cecil, born at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, grew up in a world that looked permanent from the outside. In the early 1930s, she and her husband, John Cecil, separated, and they divorced in 1934. After the divorce, Cornelia moved to Europe while John remained at Biltmore, and their sons continued spending time with both parents.
Her story is often remembered for the contrast: a highly visible North Carolina “legacy” setting, followed by a deliberate choice to step away and build a different life elsewhere. If you’re rebuilding right now, here’s a simple encouragement: choose one small decision you can make this week that supports the life you’re creating, not the one you’re leaving behind.
If you are married and your financial picture has changed, you may be wondering whether a postnuptial agreement in North Carolina is worth exploring. This article explains, in plain language, what a North Carolina postnup can (and cannot) do, and why couples often consider one after a new business, inheritance, significant income change, real estate purchase, or new debt.
It also clarifies common confusion around marital property vs separate property, and why getting the details right matters if you want an agreement that is practical and enforceable.
If you are a grandparent who feels suddenly out of the loop after a family change, you are not alone. Many grandparents ask the same questions, “Do I have rights in North Carolina?”, “Can I request visitation?”, “What if I’m worried about my grandchild’s safety?”, and “Where do I even start?”
This free online workshop offers a clear, educational overview of grandparents’ rights in North Carolina, presented by Alice Womack, Managing Attorney. You will learn the basics of how NC law approaches grandparent visitation and custody, what “standing” can mean, and common misconceptions that cause confusion. There will also be time for a live Q&A for general questions.
Free Online Workshop Tuesday, March 24 | 7:00–8:00 PM
Divorce decisions can feel urgent, and it’s easy to prioritize what seems simplest in the moment. In this featured article, Andrea DeLucia shares a real-world divorce lesson about the choices people make around home equity, retirement accounts, investments, and long-term financial security, even when they have a good attorney.
You’ll learn why the “clean break” option is not always the best financial outcome, what to consider when weighing assets vs future value, and how small details in a divorce settlement can create big consequences later.
Want an easy way to fill your calendar with low-cost fun around Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill? Triangle on the Cheapkeeps a frequently updated list of free and budget-friendly kids and family events.
Join Our FREE Online Second Saturday Divorce Workshop
If you are contemplating separation, already in the middle of a divorce, or feeling overwhelmed by “what ifs,” this workshop offers practical information you can use right away. You are welcome to attend, listen, and ask questions at your own comfort level.
Join us on Saturday, March 14th, 2026. At this workshop, you will hear from:
Bethany Dement with Hidden Growth Counseling
Charles Calloway with Primerica
Senior Attorney Scott Allen with Triangle Divorce Lawyers
Life doesn’t pause during legal transition - and sometimes the right professional can make all the difference. That’s why our team is glad to connect you with trusted local partners, including:
Financial Advisors, Realtors, Therapists, Private Investigators & more.
Just reply to this email with the service you’re looking for.
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Notes: Referrals are provided as a courtesy; we do not receive compensation for recommendations. This information is educational and not legal advice.
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