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Consistent with G.S. 50-20(l), the personal representative of the estate of a deceased spouse may continue a collaborative law procedure with respect to equitable distribution that has been initiated by a collaborative law agreement prior to death, notwithstanding the death of one of the spouses. The provisions of G.S. 50-73 shall apply to time limits applicable under G.S. 50-20(l) for collaborative law procedures continued pursuant to this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 50. Divorce and Alimony § 50-79. Collaborative law procedures surviving death - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nc/chapter-50-divorce-and-alimony/nc-gen-st-sect-50-79/
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