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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…

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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…

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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…

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How to Speed Up Your North Carolina Divorce Case During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?”   The COVID-19 pandemic came in like a wrecking ball, disrupting many people’s plans and bringing total chaos to their everyday lives. Regardless of whether you were thinking…

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Child Custody and COVID-19: Sharing Custody During the Coronavirus Pandemic in North Carolina

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?”   On March 27, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper ordered North Carolinians to stay home until April 29 in an attempt to curb the spread of COVID-19. How does the…

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Should You Allow or Withhold Child Visitation During North Carolina’s Stay-at-Home Order?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   As confirmed coronavirus cases and COVID-19 deaths keep rising in North Carolina, the state enforced a stay-at-home order directing residents to stay home for a month.…

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How Does Social Media Affect Your Divorce, Alimony, Child Custody in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?”   People routinely use social media sites such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to express their opinions and share what happens in their daily lives. While others may simply scroll…

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How Does a Domestic Violence Charge Affect Divorce and Employment in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?”   A domestic violence charge can turn the accused’s life upside down in an instant. A conviction of domestic violence in North Carolina can lead to fines and jail time.…

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Can You Relocate with Your Child Following a North Carolina Divorce?

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,…

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How to Get a Divorce in North Carolina Without Waiting a Year

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?”   Most people who want to get divorced wish to get it over with as quickly as possible, but what many of them do not realize is that North Carolina law requires…

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