Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?” The decision to end your marriage is one that is not taken lightly. In most cases, you and your spouse have been experiencing problems for some time…
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Who Pays For College After a Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are not covered by child support?” Parents want the best for their children. A divorce should not mean that the kids will not get the college education they deserve. Regardless of the age of your children…
What is Divorce From Bed and Board in North Carolina?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?” When you wed you believe that you will have a happy married life. Unfortunately, that is not the case for everyone. Some couples grow apart, and when…
What is Spousal Abandonment?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” The decision to end your marriage is one that most couples take seriously. It can take some time to work through disputes and ultimately determine that it is best…
When Does Alimony End?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “When do you get alimony?” As in other states, North Carolina allows for alimony in divorces unders some circumstances. Alimony, also called spousal support or maintenance, is money that one spouse pays to another as part of a divorce…
What is Parental Kidnapping?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child and keep them safe from all types of harm. Parents keep…
Absolute Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?” Couples marry each other with the hope that the union will last forever. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. In many cases, couples grow apart and no longer wish to remain together. When spouses…
Parenting Time in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?” One of the most difficult parts of a divorce is having to spend time away from your children. Divorce can make life difficult for everyone. The key to a…
What is Financial Infidelity?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” Couples often have some secrets from each other. When they divorce, spouses may find that the other person has hidden funds or has kept purchases hidden. Financial infidelity can impact a marriage…
What is a Contested Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” The decision to end your marriage is a difficult one and sometimes, only one partner wants to get divorced. North Carolina is a no-fault divorce state. This means that you can request a divorce…