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The episode discusses key differences in divorce law and procedures between Pennsylvania and North Carolina, featuring new attorney Tyler E. Kaestner.

Elizabeth Stephenson and Sarah J. Hink of New Direction Family Law introduce new attorney Tyler E. Kaestner, who recently moved from Pennsylvania to Raleigh, and discuss key differences between Pennsylvania and North Carolina family law and procedure. They compare divorce timelines and separation requirements (including Pennsylvania’s ability to be “separated” while living in the same home), custody processes using conciliation officers and Zoom conferences, and child support rules such as Pennsylvania’s lack of retroactive child support and use of net income. They also cover easier modification standards in Pennsylvania, shorter alimony durations there versus longer potential awards in North Carolina, North Carolina’s alienation of affection/criminal conversation claims and proposed legislative changes, and major differences in discovery and subpoena procedures. They warn against relying on Google/AI or friends for legal advice, noting AI outputs may be wrong and what you enter into AI may be discoverable. 00:00 Child Support Shock 00:44 Meet the Attorneys 00:58 Tyler Joins the Firm 02:21 Divorce Filing Rules 03:06 What Counts as Separation 04:50 NC Law May Change 06:38 Custody…

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