In a divorce, real property division can be contentious and complex. Even if the parties can agree on who keeps the marital home, who gets stuck with the mortgage? Can …
Same Sex Marriage and Domestic Violence Holds
North Carolina General Statute 15A-534.1 states that only a judge, not a magistrate judge, may set bond in a domestic violence case within the first 48 hours after arrest. The …
Clocks Fall Back
Time is important to us all, especially here at Garrett, Walker and Aycoth, where we strive hard to timely handle your legal needs! Remember that clocks fall back an hour …
Domestic Violence Complaint Dismissed
A domestic violence complaint has been voluntarily dismissed against Darryl Hunt. Hunt is known as the wrongfully convicted man, exonerated 10 years ago for the 1984 murder of Deborah …
Happy Halloween From The Garrett, Walker and Aycoth Family!
Happy Halloween! Everyone be safe, have a great time, and get lots of candy! Should you need assistance if things get scary, call the attorneys at Garrett, Walker and …
Happy Halloween from Garrett, Walker & Aycoth
Happy Halloween – be safe, and if you need advice, assistance or counseling, call us at Garrett, Walker and Aycoth, at 336-379-0539.
Lawyers Have Zeal for Clients
Everyone loves lawyer jokes – until they need a lawyer. We forget sometimes, what it means to be a lawyer in North Carolina. It is an honor and a calling, …
Elections Make Judge’s Harsher Toward Defendants
A new study suggests that judges in contested elections sentence harsher during election years. No one wants to “appear soft” on crime, and citizens who vote for judges often …
Elon Law School Cuts Tuition and Time
Following the trend of law school reevaluations nation wide, Elon Law School is cutting tuition, and shortening its program from the traditional three years to two and half years. What …
Bill May Allow Magistrates to Refuse Marriage
Greensboro Lawyer Following the resignation of a Rockingham County magistrate because he refused to marry same-sex couples, State Senator Phil Berger has announced plans to introduce a bill that would …