Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are covered by child support?” When a court orders a parent to make child support payments, that parent must follow the court order. The payor could face penalties, including fines and jail time, for failure or…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “When do you get alimony?” Many couples cannot agree on alimony and post-separation support when getting divorced. Since spousal maintenance is such a contentious matter for many, you need to understand how alimony and post-separation support are calculated in…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How can an attorney help me with my Divorce or Separation in North Carolina?” If you are worried about the welfare of a child, you could be able to file for emergency custody in North Carolina. In fact, under…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” There is a special bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. Their relationship is based on love and appreciation. For this reason, many grandparents wonder, “Do I…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” It is not uncommon for spouses who become “legally separated” to reconcile instead of filing for divorce. Under North Carolina law, a couple must be…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” When a court issues a child custody order, the parents must fulfill their parental obligations and comply with the order. Unfortunately, a parent may refuse to…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect who gets custody?” “You have been denied child custody/visitation!” is one of the worst things a parent can hear. Losing or being denied custody is never easy, but do not panic. You may still be able…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Under North Carolina law, non-parents and third parties can seek custody of a minor child. N.C.G.S. § 50-13.1 reads that a proceeding for child custody can…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” https://youtu.be/Li7s3lKCflA If you are in the middle of a divorce or are contemplating a divorce in North Carolina, you may be wondering about the different types of child custody.…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?” If your marriage lasted less than a year, you might be wondering how to get a divorce in North Carolina. If you want to divorce, it is important to consult with…