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…
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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…
Do Protective Orders Actually Work in North Carolina?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” While seeking a protective order is a domestic violence victim’s last resort to stop the abuse, the order is not always as effective as many…
Who Pays Legal Fees in a Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I get the judge to order my spouse to pay my attorney’s fees in a property division case?” Divorce can take its toll on a person emotionally, mentally, and even financially. The financial cost of a divorce depends…
Divorce Source class action may be new front in battle over unauthorized practice
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 Louisiana man, Anthony Lowery, has brought suit against Divorce Source, Inc. seeking return of $299 he paid the company for preparation of a…