Separation and Divorce Seminar May 22, 2012
Smith Debnam will be holding a Separation and Divorce Seminar in our Raleigh office, “Navigating the Legal, Financial, and Emotional Aspects of Separation and Divorce.”
Upcoming Seminars
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Four of our Family Law attorneys selected as North Carolina Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars
Published: March 30, 2012
Smith Debnam is proud to announce that four of our family law attorneys have been included in the 2012 North Carolina Super Lawyers publications as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Partners John W. Narron and Rose H. Stout have been selected as 2012 North Carolina Super Lawyers® for family law, and Lynn Wilson Lupton, Partner [...]
When are you really ready to separate? Can I do this?
Published: February 7, 2012
I would venture to say that at any hour of the day people are making the decision to divorce or separate. Some of these decisions are planned and well-thought-out, while others are made rashly with very little forethought. If you are the spouse contemplating a separation, what should you do? Here is a short list [...]
Taxes and Divorce: A few things you should know
Published: January 23, 2012
The new year is in full swing, and you’re probably starting to receive your W2’s and other forms you might need to file your 2011 tax returns. While taxes are not fun for anyone, if you’re dealing with divorce, filing your taxes may seem like a daunting task with all of the life changes you’re [...]
Making a fresh start
Published: January 9, 2012
It’s the new year; and for many people, including myself, it’s time to make those resolutions in an attempt to make life easier, better, healthier and happier. Forward-looking and positive resolutions are helpful, and necessary, for individuals who are in the throes of a separation or divorce. These folks may feel largely helpless, like they [...]
Smith Debnam ranked U.S. News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firm” for Family Law
Published: December 4, 2011
Smith Debnam has been ranked a first-tier “Best Law Firm” 2011-2012 for Family Law by U.S. News-Best Lawyers®. The “Best Law Firms” rankings are determined through a national survey distributed to both clients and leading lawyers, who are asked to indicate law firms they considered best in their practice area. Achieving a high ranking is [...]
Lousy real estate market makes it harder for couples to split
Published: November 3, 2011
August 28, 2010 – Sylvia Adcock, Staff Writer for North Carolina Lawyer’s Weekly interviewed John Narron, who offered his professional legal opinion on the effect the real estate market has had on divorces. Click here to read the full article: Lousy real estate market makes it harder for couples to split
John Narron honored as 2011 Leaders in the Law
Published: November 3, 2011
Smith Debnam is proud to congratulate attorney John Narron for his selection as 2011 Leaders in the Law presented by North Carolina Lawyer’s Weekly. John was nominated by his peers because of his professional achievements, community involvement, and willingness to mentor others. A panel of impartial judges reviewed the nominations, and John was selected among [...]