Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” If you are a foreigner married to a citizen of the United States, you may wonder whether divorce would affect your immigration status or green card. Will your North…
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What is a Consent Order and How can You Obtain it During 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?” In recent years, an increasing number of couples have opted for mediation and other alternative means of dispute resolution. While North Carolina courts recognize agreements regarding…
When can a North Carolina Judge Change Your Child Custody Order?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” When parents get divorced or separated, the court issues a child custody order that puts the custody arrangement in writing. However, child custody orders are not necessarily permanent. In…
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…
How to Minimize the Cost of Your 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?” If you are going through a divorce in North Carolina, you are probably wondering how much the process will cost. According to a 2020…
Benefits of Mediation in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can you guarantee I will get the resolution I want?” If you and your spouse are capable of reasonable negotiations after deciding to end your marriage, mediation may be the best option to help you finalize your divorce faster…
Five Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Child Custody Case in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” For many parents who are going through a divorce, child custody becomes their top priority. In fact, many parents do not care that much about alimony and property distribution…
How Does the Equitable Distribution Process Work in North Carolina?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” In North Carolina, equitable distribution generally involves three main steps. The court conducts the three-step process when spouses file for divorce and cannot reach consensus on property division through negotiations. Regardless of…
Survey Reveals Why People in Charlotte Get Divorced
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” Have you ever wondered why married couples are getting divorced in Charlotte, North Carolina? A new survey has revealed the “real reasons” why people in Charlotte file for divorce. In 2018, there were…
Five Tips to Protect Your Credit Score During a North Carolina Divorce
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?” While a divorce is a great opportunity to start your life with a clean slate, there are certain things you can do that could…