Tom Bush Law Group Blog

In the last post, we discussed which spouse pays alimony. In this week's post, we will discuss how alimony is determined once the paying spouse has been idenitifed.

Please join us as we celebrate Jessica Shaddock joining our team.

Are you, or someone you know, considering a divorce? Studies have found that more people file for divorce between January and March than any other time of the year which may be attributed to the stress of the holidays. Before you consider divorce, ask yourself some of these questions.

Today’s blog is pulled from Caring for Kids. Mental health is also an issue that children deal with even if people don’t want to believe so. Not only do we deal with our mental health when we go through a separation or divorce, but we need to take our children into consideration. After reading the article, “Helping children cope with separation and divorce,” Caring for Kids brought up some important ideas to keep in mind when helping children deal with the new changes. According to the article, “How you handle these changes will be important for your child’s well-being.”

If you are currently, or possibly in the future, going through a separation and/or divorce life can seem difficult. This process can turn your world upside down and make it hard to get through the day. There are some steps you can take to help you during this difficult time.

When you are trying to co-parent with someone you don’t like, can’t agree with, and don’t want to communicate with, it can be especially challenging to just make things work. Attorney Kate Foody delves into the realm of co-parenting and problems that may come up along the way.

Attorney Kate Foody discusses the very gray area of seeking (and receiving) attorney's fees in regard to your domestic matter.

Attorney Rachel Hamrick provides insight into why it is so important to follow your Order!

When meeting with your family law attorney, it is always important to be upfront and truthful. Burying your head in the sand is never a good solution. Don't let the ostrich effect get the best of you! Read more from attorney Rachel Hamrick.

Defined Benefit Plans - Part 2 of 2 is available! In separation and divorce, division of retirement accounts may seem daunting; there are two varieties that we, as divorce attorneys, encounter regularly: defined contribution plans and defined benefit plans.We covered Defined Contribution Plans in our last blog, and this entry will be covering Defined Benefit Plans.

Do you know what a defined contribuition plan is? Attorney Brandon McCarthy explains what you need to know when it comes to your divorce planning.

Curated by Suzanne Cavanaugh, attorney, step-mom, lover of all things FREE. With yesterday’s breaking news that North Carolina Schools will be closed until at least May 15^th, I bet there are a lot of weary parents out there wondering how they are going to survive the next 8 weeks at home with their children. Fear not! Tom Bush Law Group is here to help.

Tom Bush Law Groups extends their thanks to the men and women who have served and who continue to serve.

As a lawyer who professes Christianity, quite often, we are referred cases from Pastors, Christian therapists, and former “Christian” clients. Quite often when spouses are going through marital discord and seek legal advice, the potential client will state “I want a Christian lawyer.” - Thoughts from a Christian lawyer, Tom Bush

We all know the holidays can be tough and beyond stressful for various reasons, but when you are trying to co-parent from two different households, that stress can increase twofold. When you are working with another parent in a different household or maybe in a different city, how can you best work together to achieve harmony during Thanksgiving?

Back to school time for children is bittersweet for most families. By the time August rolls around, many kids are bored with their summer and ready to go back to school. And, for many parents, they are ready for the kids to leave the nest again. But, with children of separated or divorced parents, if not handled appropriately, kids can return to school with added anxiety that can and should be avoided.

Deb Dilman explains that you are not alone. Divorcing is a personal journey for you as much as it is for your family. And, this journey is different for each individual. The good news, and there is good news, is that the divorce process, while difficult, is a part of your life, a journey, that you will get past if you allow yourself to do so.

What was your favorite book as a child? What if you could share that book with a child in the community? Join TBLG to make that happen…

We see instances of “intimate partner” violence in the news, in movies, and we might even see it on the bus or in the mall. Yet, what do we do about it? Some of us may have verbally been outspoken and others have called 911, but there is a percentage of the population that remains tacit. Attorney Rachel Hamrick gives more insight...

Have you noticed a lot of women wearing little black dresses this week in Charlotte? It may not be a coincidence. #LBDi

Valentine's Day is almost upon us! Attorney Rachel Hamrick provides some "food for thought" on dating after divorce.

Nick Cushing explains what mediation really is...

Once again, it is time for the ever-dreaded or ever-anticipated New Year’s Resolution! What are your goals for 2017? Rachel Hamrick provides a few ideas for you to consider.

Nick Cushing explains the role of lawyers in a divorce mediation.

Tom Bush and Rachel Hamrick are attending Civil Collaborative Practice Training this week through the North Carolina Bar Association.