Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” Taking your children to live outside of North Carolina after a divorce is a tough decision. While it is vital to consider how the relocation would affect your child,…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How can an attorney help me with my Divorce or Separation in North Carolina?” Compared to a decade ago, fewer people are getting married in North Carolina. At the same time, the divorce rate continues to decline compared to…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “My relationship is ending and they are threatening to call the police, how can I help myself?” Having a protective order against you can make you feel as if you are walking on thin ice. Depending on the terms of the…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” North Carolina’s family law allows spouses to obtain a legal separation by asking the court for what is known as a divorce from bed and board. While this type of “divorce” does not…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” Although couples can obtain a no-fault divorce in North Carolina, marital misconduct may play a prominent role in divorce proceedings. Specifically, any acts that constitute marital misconduct may affect such aspects of divorce…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Filing for divorce is not the only tough decision a spouse has to make when a marriage hits rock bottom. Looking for a new home during the divorce process…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” When you told your friends about your plans to seek a divorce, you may have heard from them something along the lines of, “There are…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” While seeking a protective order is a domestic violence victim’s last resort to stop the abuse, the order is not always as effective as many…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Who pays for the children’s health insurance and co-pays?” Taxes should be considered when dealing with any family law-related issues such as alimony, child support, or equitable distribution. Getting divorced in 2020 can cause many tax surprising consequences. Forewarned…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” No one ever thinks that their marriage is going to end someday, which is why the vast majority of us are never prepared for it when it does happen. Going through the…