As you know, if you’re divorcing and have minor children, you must work out a formal custody and visitation agreement that works in their best interests. You and your ex can resolve these issues on your own and have a judge review and sign off on your agreement. If you’re unable to come to agreement, the court will do it for you. Every child custody plan must address issues like physical custody, legal custody, visitation schedules, who will make important life decisions for the child, as well as day-to-day decisions.
Today, the vast majority of North Carolina judges strive for a 50/50 parenting plan, but when those are not possible will work toward other types of arrangements, including 80/20 custody or 60/40 plans. More...