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What to Do After Being Denied Custody or Visitation in North Carolina

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…

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What is a Custody Evaluation and How to Prepare for One in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?”   While some divorced and separated parents can agree on various issues surrounding child custody, many couples struggle with finding middle ground. When parents cannot reach a consensus regarding custody…

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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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Grandparents’ Rights in North Carolina

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What rules are there for Father’s Right in NC?”   In the midst of a divorce, the focus is on which parent will be awarded custody of the children. What most people do not know, though, is that there are…

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Can My Ex-Spouse Take Our Children Out of State?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are not covered by child support?”   Divorce is difficult. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are thrust into figuring out marital assets, spousal or alimony payments, and often coming to child custody agreements. Parents want what is…

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Gay Couple Fights For Right To Divorce

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?”   For years, people fought for gay couples to have the right to marry. States took action independently, slowly but consistently expanding the number of places where same-sex couples had the same rights as their…

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Chicago Finally Abolishes Dual-Track Family Law Court

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   Legal battles over custody and child support are miserable for everyone involved. They take time, money and create enormous amounts of stress given the importance of…

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New Jersey Supreme Court Breaks Precedent In Recent Ruling

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   When it comes to custody issues during and after a divorce, it can be very hard for families to navigate the complexities of two parents, two…

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Michigan Moves To Make Joint Custody Mandatory

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   Everyone knows that custody and visitation are among the most contentious parts of many divorces. Parents are understandably motivated to secure as much time as possible…

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Change to Illinois Family Law Causes Concern

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”   Family law is an aspect of our legal system that can sometimes seem immune to change. It can take years for the family law world to react to…

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