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Staying Safe During the Holidays
With COVID-19 case numbers steadily rising, the CDC & Atrium Health are urging American citizens to adjust their normal holiday plans to help stop the spread of the virus. The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) has published “Navigating the Holidays...
Here Come the Holidays!
Sharing Custody During the Holiday Season When parents separate or divorce, a lesser talked about topic is how the extended family is affected. For example, when a grandparent and grandchild share a special bond, a major change in the child’s family dynamic can...
Discipline After Divorce
For separated or divorced parents, one of the hardest things to figure out can be how best to discipline the child(ren) following the separation or divorce. A united front can help create stability for the child(ren), as inconsistent disciplining can be confusing....
Hatcher Law Group Named to “Best Law Firms” 2021
Hatcher Law Group, P.C. announced today that the firm has been recognized as a tier 1 firm in the 11th edition of Best Law Firms by U.S. News - Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected attorney ranking service in the world. This is the third year in a row that the...
HLG’s Response to COVID-19
We are open! Though we are operating remotely, we are still committed to serving the community and our clients. The services we provide are essential and we understand that family law issues can arise at any time. The safety of our employees and our clients is our top...
Paul A. DeJesse, Jr. named Fellow of American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Hatcher Law Group Partner Paul A. DeJesse, Jr. Receives AAML Fellowship Charlotte, NC family law attorney Paul A. DeJesse, Jr. has been inducted as a Fellow to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), an honor held by only 34 lawyers in the state of North...
The Basics of Home Valuation
For a lot of couples that go through a separation and/or divorce, the marital home is one of the most valuable assets that the couple owns together. Because of this, it is essential to obtain an accurate valuation of the marital home so a couple can fully understand...
Can a Child Testify in Court?
In most child custody cases, a judge rules based upon what he or she finds to be in the best interests of the child(ren) involved. In making that decision, the court will consider all available and relevant evidence. In some situations, that could include the...
Co-Parenting & Halloween
Co-Parenting Doesn't Have to Be Scary! ? The holidays are filled with times of fun with family and loved ones, but for those that co-parent, this time of year can sometimes present challenges. Major holidays are often included in custody agreements but more minor...
The Power of Books
Books to Help Children Through Divorce For anyone involved, divorce is almost never easy and can often impact children the hardest. Luckily, certain books exist that can be used as a powerful resource for helping children understand difficult topics like separation...