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Elon Musk Prepares For Second Divorce From His Second Wife

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?”   The billionaire founder of PayPal, SpaceX and Tesla will soon find himself among a small group of incredibly eligible bachelors. That’s…

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My Wedding Is Off. Who Gets to Keep the Engagement Ring?

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question ” I’m not getting along with my husband. We’ve been married two weeks and it was a mistake. Can’t I just get an annulment?”   Societal tradition suggests spending three months’ salary on an engagement ring.…

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Dividing Social Media Accounts In A Divorce

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question ” Are overtime, bonuses, and commissions included in calculating child support?”   Most people have heard of divorces that turn nasty as couples fight over bank accounts, retirement funds, homes and even furniture. In a surprising…

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Chicago Family Law Judge Helps Those Dealing With Divorce While Behind Bars

Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?”   It’s not something that many people think about, but those who have dealt with it before understand just how complicated family law cases can be when…

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Social Media and Family Law

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Who pays for the children’s health insurance and co-pays?”   We live in an age where, for many, it has almost become second nature to compose a Facebook post, tweet, text message or email. It can…

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New Survey Ranks Cities According To Divorce Rate

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold being interviewed on the Legal Forum. This was recorded in Charlotte, North Carolina. Topics discussed include: How to choose a divorce lawyer? How long does a divorce take? How much does a divorce cost? When can a person get an annulment?   A…

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Study highlights the benefits of co-parenting

Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   It’s a common refrain among those in unhappy marriages: staying together for the sake of the kids is the right thing to do. Though it’s…

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The Benefits Of Prenuptial Agreements For Same-Sex Couples

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “When do you get alimony?”   Family law experts have long said that not enough people consider the potential value of a prenuptial agreement. Too often what family law attorneys hear is that prenuptial agreements are…

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What Do Children Think About Divorce?

Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “How can an attorney help me with my Divorce or Separation in North Carolina?”   A recent survey conducted by a British family law organization, Resolution, shed light on the divorce process by revealing some interesting statistics. Importantly, and…

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Father of bride pauses wedding procession to honor stepfather

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question ” I’m not getting along with my husband. We’ve been married two weeks and it was a mistake. Can’t I just get an annulment?”   A father’s gesture at his daughter’s wedding is tugging at the…

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