Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” Thinking about ending a marriage can be hard. When one starts to think that he or she might want a divorce, it can be overwhelming;…
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The Impact of Divorce on Retirement Accounts
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” For most individuals facing a divorce, their concern is what will happen to the children (if any) from the marriage and how the assets of the couple will be…
Social Media can Have Unintended Consequences on Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?” Going through a divorce is a major transition in life. Suddenly, your assets are being divided, custody arrangements are being set, and you are left negotiating with a soon-to-be-ex spouse…
Reasons to Consider a Prenup Before Marriage
Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How Can I protect myself from my spouses spending habits?” Prenuptial agreements often have a bad reputation. Marriage is “supposed” to be the union of two people who are in love and want to be married forever. When a prenuptial agreement…
Cheating and Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” As a former mayor of New York City and attorney to the President, Rudy Giuliani is no stranger to being in the press. Recently, he has made the headlines, not for his political…
Tax Reform and the Impact on Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” A couple has many things to think about when they are facing divorce, such as the effect the divorce will have on their children, how assets will be divided,…
The Impact of Adultery on Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” The act of adultery of one or both spouses is one of the biggest reasons that couples get divorced. North Carolina is a no-fault state in regards to divorce. This means that the…
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…
Dangerous Myths About Prenuptial Agreements
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” Most engaged couples are not thinking that their marriage will end in divorce. However, many couples enter into prenuptial agreements to protect their assets in the event the marriage should end in…
Child Custody in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What rules are there for Father’s Right in NC?” Divorce can be confusing and difficult for all parties – the spouses, children, family, friends, etc. However, one of the biggest concerns spouses have when facing a divorce is the impact…