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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…

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Can You be Found in Contempt for Not Paying Child Support During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are covered by child support?”   For all of us, the COVID-19 pandemic came out of the blue unexpectedly. As a result, the entire nation is dealing with the economic impact of the pandemic. Skyrocketing unemployment, business…

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Can You Lower Your Child Support and Alimony Payments During the Coronavirus Pandemic?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”   As of March 30, North Carolina has over 1,300 confirmed cases of the coronavirus disease, while at least six people died from COVID-19 in the state, including one…

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Filing Taxes After Divorce in 2020: Alimony, Child Support, and Equitable Distribution

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Who pays for the children’s health insurance and co-pays?”   Taxes should be considered when dealing with any family law-related issues such as alimony, child support, or equitable distribution. Getting divorced in 2020 can cause many tax surprising consequences. Forewarned…

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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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Are Separation Agreements Mandatory in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?”   If you are considering a legal separation in Charlotte or other parts of North Carolina, you probably have many questions on your mind. The most reasonable questions to ask…

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How to Fight Against a Child Support Modification in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”   If your former spouse pays you child support, you need that money to raise your shared children and pay for their needs. However, if the other parent is…

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How Did Michael Strahan’s Ex-Wife Increase Child Support to $500K More?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Are overtime, bonuses, and commissions included in calculating child support?”   Some of you – especially those paying or receiving child support in North Carolina – have probably heard the news that the ex-wife of the former NFL star,…

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Does Remarriage or Cohabitation Affect Alimony and Child Support in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I get the judge to order my spouse to pay my attorney’s fees in a property division case?”   A story of a woman who divorced her husband and found love with her wedding DJ can inspire many who…

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When can a Parent Request a Modification to the Child Support Order?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”   A lot of responsibility comes with being a parent. From infant to adult, parents have to provide their children with mental, emotional, and financial support. When a divorce…

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