Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?” Domestic violence is a serious issue that plagues many, many people all over the world. When the victim of abuse finds the strength to leave a dangerous situation, it is…
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Do I Need My Spouse’s Consent for a Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How can an attorney help me with my Divorce or Separation in North Carolina?” We live in a society in which nearly 50% of all marriages end in divorce. Sometimes two people choose to end their marriage amicably after…
Tips for Going to Family Court
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 day you have anxiously anticipated and prepared for is here: It is finally your day in court to settle your divorce. You have likely…
What is Parental Kidnapping?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?” Hearing the word kidnapping in relation to your child can be utterly terrifying. When most people hear the term kidnapping, they probably think of a stranger abducting a child.…
Domestic Violence vs. Civil Harassment: What is the Difference?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?” Every crime has a set of elements that must be met in order for an individual to be charged with that crime. While every crime is unique with its…
Setting Boundaries in Your Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” Going through a divorce or separation in North Carolina can be extremely difficult. It can be hard to come to terms with the fact that…
What Happens to My Bank Account After Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” It is not uncommon for couples who get married to have a joint bank account. A joint bank account makes paying for shared expenses easier than having to go through two separate…
Adoption by Stepparents in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Adoption is beautiful. Whether a family is adopting a child from foster care or a stepparent is adopting a child from the blended family, adoption is…
Searching for Assets During Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” When a marriage is falling apart, one of the first things that might happen is one or both spouses losing trust in one another. While not present in every divorce case, it…
What is an Emergency Child Custody Order?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Determining child custody during a divorce can be a difficult process for every party involved. Tension might be filling the air and emotions are likely running…