Summer is already underway, and for many North Carolina families, this season can bring new schedules, new questions, and new decisions.
Parenting time may look different than it does during the school year. Travel plans may need to be coordinated. Families may also be thinking through separation, divorce, financial concerns, or co-parenting challenges.
In this month’s Compass, we are sharing practical resources to help families know what to review, what questions to ask, and where to find support.
Whether you are navigating summer custody schedules, preparing for travel, reviewing financial issues, or supporting someone you care about, we hope this edition gives you useful information for the season ahead.
This time of year, families ask questions such as:
Can my co-parent change the summer schedule?
Do I need permission to travel with my child?
What happens if vacation plans conflict with custody time?
Can we adjust our parenting agreement if plans change?
What is the difference between being separated and being divorced?
Is it too early to speak with a family law attorney?
These questions are common, and they often come up before someone knows whether they need legal guidance.
Learning what to review now may help reduce confusion later.
What to Review Now
Summer custody schedules can involve more moving parts than the regular school-year schedule, especially when vacations, camps, childcare, and travel are involved.
Co-parents may want to review:
Summer parenting time
Vacation notice requirements
Camp, childcare, and activity costs
Travel rules and passport details
Exchange times and locations
Parent-child communication during longer visits
How schedule changes must be requested
If your custody order or parenting agreement is unclear, difficult to follow, or no longer fits your family’s needs, it may be helpful to ask questions before a disagreement becomes more stressful.
Have questions about your summer custody schedule or parenting plan? You may consider scheduling a case review with our team.
North Carolina courts may consider marital misconduct, including infidelity, when deciding alimony. The impact depends on the facts, timing, evidence, and financial circumstances of the case.
Our latest blog explains what spouses should know about adultery, alimony, and divorce in North Carolina.
Mediation is a common part of many North Carolina family law cases, but it can be hard to know what to expect if you have never been through it before.
In this short video, Nathan Gudeman of Triangle Divorce Lawyers explains mediation and how it may help families work through issues such as custody, support, property division, and other divorce-related concerns.
Know someone who could benefit from this information? Forward this newsletter and help them stay informed.
The Bottom Line Series
If you are facing separation, divorce, or custody questions in North Carolina, it can be hard to know where to start.
That is why we created The Bottom Line, a four-part blog series designed to answer common questions people often ask before, during, or after a family law matter begins.
This series may be helpful if you are wondering whether it is too early to speak with an attorney, what can happen if you wait too long, what to do after being served, or how divorce works in North Carolina.
If you know someone who is unsure where to begin, this series may be a helpful resource to share.
Mental Health Support During High-Conflict Divorce
High-conflict divorce can affect communication, co-parenting, emotional stress, and children’s well-being.
Dr. Tina Lepage of Lepage Associates recently joined us as a speaker for our Exit Strategy Workshop: Narcissist or High-Conflict Divorce? We are grateful for the insight she shared on high-conflict dynamics and the role mental health professionals may play during separation, divorce, and co-parenting challenges.
Lepage Associates also shared a helpful article on how mental health professionals can support families during high-conflict divorce, including helping parents manage conflict, supporting children through changes, and keeping the focus on the child’s needs.
Our next Second Saturday divorce workshop is on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
This free online workshop is designed for individuals who may be navigating separation or divorce. Attendees are welcome to listen, ask questions at their own comfort level, and learn from professionals who discuss the emotional, financial, and legal parts of divorce.
Life does not pause during a legal transition, and sometimes the right professional can make all the difference.
Our team is glad to connect individuals with trusted local partners, including financial advisors, realtors, therapists, private investigators, business professionals, and community resources.
Just reply to this email with the type of service you are looking for, and we will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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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Triangle Divorce Lawyers serves families across Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, Clayton, and surrounding areas in matters involving divorce, custody, alimony, separation agreements, property division, and more.
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Warm regards, The Team at Triangle Divorce Lawyers
