Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?” The decision to end your marriage is one that is not taken lightly. In most cases, you and your spouse have been experiencing problems for some time…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are not covered by child support?” Parents want the best for their children. A divorce should not mean that the kids will not get the college education they deserve. Regardless of the age of your children…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?” When you wed you believe that you will have a happy married life. Unfortunately, that is not the case for everyone. Some couples grow apart, and when…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” The decision to end your marriage is one that most couples take seriously. It can take some time to work through disputes and ultimately determine that it is best…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “When do you get alimony?” As in other states, North Carolina allows for alimony in divorces unders some circumstances. Alimony, also called spousal support or maintenance, is money that one spouse pays to another as part of a divorce…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?” Couples marry each other with the hope that the union will last forever. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. In many cases, couples grow apart and no longer wish to remain together. When spouses…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?” One of the most difficult parts of a divorce is having to spend time away from your children. Divorce can make life difficult for everyone. The key to a…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” Couples often have some secrets from each other. When they divorce, spouses may find that the other person has hidden funds or has kept purchases hidden. Financial infidelity can impact a marriage…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What happens when a person’s income is not guaranteed and fluctuates from year to year”. Finances are among the issues that are most often areas of contention in divorce. Couples may agree on many things, but when it comes…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “When do you get alimony?” When a married couple decides to file for divorce, a divorce attorney helps the couple determine if alimony (also called “spousal support”) is an appropriate factor to consider. When a spouse remarries, it can…