What is a High-Conflict Divorce? In North Carolina, as in other states, married couples may request a divorce based on irreconcilable differences. No other grounds for divorce generally apply to those who seek to end their marriages in North Carolina. Sometimes, couples are engaged in a contentious divorce. This is…
What is a Parenting Coordinator? Going through a divorce when you have children can cause a number of conflicts to arise between parents. Parents typically need to resolve the major issues concerning their kids, such as primary residence, visitation, and sharing parenting responsibilities. In some cases, parents have difficulty trying…
Understanding Primary and Secondary Custody in North Carolina When parents divorce, they are both typically allowed to make legal decisions regarding their children. This is called legal custody. Physical custody is a little more complicated. North Carolina does not define joint custody or shared custody. One parent is given primary…
What is a 30-Day Waiver Divorce in North Carolina? When you decide to seek a divorce, you must follow the laws of North Carolina. A couple must live apart for a period of at least a year with the intent to end their marriage. Once the year is over, you…
Matt Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” The country today is a very different place than it was several decades ago. People are far more mobile, thanks to improved transportation and technology. As a result, jobs…