Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” Not all child custody cases proceed to court. In North Carolina, divorced or separated parents have the option to work out a parenting plan among themselves. Your parenting plan…
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Five Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Child Custody Case in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” For many parents who are going through a divorce, child custody becomes their top priority. In fact, many parents do not care that much about alimony and property distribution…
How Does the Equitable Distribution Process Work in North Carolina?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” In North Carolina, equitable distribution generally involves three main steps. The court conducts the three-step process when spouses file for divorce and cannot reach consensus on property division through negotiations. Regardless of…
Survey Reveals Why People in Charlotte Get Divorced
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” Have you ever wondered why married couples are getting divorced in Charlotte, North Carolina? A new survey has revealed the “real reasons” why people in Charlotte file for divorce. In 2018, there were…
Five Tips to Protect Your Credit Score During a North Carolina Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How much does it cost to get divorced, and how does the billing process work?” While a divorce is a great opportunity to start your life with a clean slate, there are certain things you can do that could…
Five Simple Ways to Reduce the Cost of Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How much does it cost to get divorced, and how does the billing process work?” Most people believe that getting divorced is a costly endeavor in North Carolina. In fact, some couples choose to stay married for this reason…
Nesting Custody Arrangement: What is it and What are the Benefits?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” The post-divorce life is never easy, especially if you and your ex-spouse share children. Shuffling a child back and forth between two households is not only…
Can You Get a North Carolina Divorce if Your Spouse Does Not Want to End the Marriage?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” The decision to get divorced is a tough one. When one spouse wants to get a divorce, that does not necessarily mean that the other…
Voluntary Dismissal in North Carolina: Can You Stop Your Ongoing Divorce Case?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Deciding to file for divorce is never an easy decision. Many people feel as if the decision to initiate divorce is irreversible. Can you actually stop your ongoing divorce proceedings at any point in…
Alternatives to Divorce Litigation Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How should I prepare if I intend to file for divorce in the near future?” As most court operations in North Carolina have been limited since March, people who want to file for divorce during the pandemic or wish…