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?” What is a Collaborative Divorce? Going through a divorce is not easy, but it is a common occurrence. When a marriage ends, it may cause…
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North Carolina Enacts New Collaborative Law: How can it Benefit Your Divorce Case?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What rules are there for Father’s Right in NC?” North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed the Uniform Collaborative Law Act – also known as HB 32 – into law on July 1, 2020. The new law enacted the Uniform…
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…
COVID-19: 6 Unintended Consequences of Getting a DIY Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” As court proceedings in North Carolina were postponed until June 1, 2020, many North Carolinians are becoming increasingly frustrated about the inability to get divorced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Why You Should Not…
Holiday Visitation: Time-Sharing and Parenting Plan in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?” Yes, your holidays may become a little disorderly and complicated if you are a newly divorced parent, but that does not mean that you cannot enjoy Christmas and New…
What Happens to Cryptocurrencies During a North Carolina Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Since Bitcoin and a plethora of other cryptocurrencies have become a crucial – and rather sizeable – investment and currency in many people’s lives, you may be wondering about…
Pet Ownership and ‘Custody’ After a North Carolina Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Dividing property during a divorce – also known as distribution in North Carolina – is a grueling experience. Fighting over child custody is often a disheartening…
Is a Collaborative Divorce Right for You?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Divorcing couples in North Carolina can choose to go through the collaborative process to get a divorce rather than going through litigation. This is a good option for some couples, but not everyone will…
Different Types of Divorces in North Carolina
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 a divorce can be difficult to make. Whether there was infidelity in your marriage, irreconcilable differences, or you and your partner…
Different approaches for handling your North Carolina divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Many people view divorce as a one-size-fits-all process. They imagine filing papers and appearing in court and talking to lawyers and taking the stand, all the things that have been shown on television and…