Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect who gets custody?” “You have been denied child custody/visitation!” is one of the worst things a parent can hear. Losing or being denied custody is never easy, but do not panic. You may still be able…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Under North Carolina law, non-parents and third parties can seek custody of a minor child. N.C.G.S. § 50-13.1 reads that a proceeding for child custody can…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” It is not uncommon for a divorced parent to petition a North Carolina court to terminate the parental rights of their former spouse. However, many people…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” https://youtu.be/Li7s3lKCflA If you are in the middle of a divorce or are contemplating a divorce in North Carolina, you may be wondering about the different types of child custody.…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?” If your marriage lasted less than a year, you might be wondering how to get a divorce in North Carolina. If you want to divorce, it is important to consult with…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” If you are getting divorced because your spouse engaged in an extramarital affair, you probably want to prove adultery in your divorce case. While North Carolina is a no-fault state for divorce, which…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How does custody work if one parent moves internationally?” Divorce is often a complicated and adversarial process. However, things can get even more confusing when a divorce involves partners living in different states. There are many potential legal issues…
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?” It is never advised to disobey a legally binding and enforceable order issued by a family court in North Carolina. Refusal or failure to…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long does getting a divorce take?” Uncontested divorces, also known as amicable divorces, tend to be less complicated than contested ones. If you and your spouse are able to resolve many or all of the issues in your…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” The short answer is: no, children cannot simply decide which parent to live with under North Carolina’s family law. However, a child’s preference to live with…