How Does Marital Misconduct Affect Divorce? The decision to file for divorce is never easy. Sometimes, a marriage does not go as planned, and you and your spouse are no longer able to make your marriage work. You are not alone because according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
What Is Equitable Property Division in North Carolina Divorce? When a couple marries, they do not expect that they will get divorced. Unfortunately, many marriages end in divorce. Couples must then divide their property and assets. North Carolina law requires that marital property is divided in an equitable manner in…
What Happens to the House in a Divorce? Your home is one of your most important assets and likely the most significant. When you get married, you may dream of buying your home together. Your house holds many memories for you and your family. Your children may not know any…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Dividing the marital home is one of the most complicated parts of a divorce for two reasons. First, the home is usually the married couple’s most valuable asset. Second,…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Filing for divorce is not the only tough decision a spouse has to make when a marriage hits rock bottom. Looking for a new home during the divorce process…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” Family courts in North Carolina have a duty to categorize assets and debts and determine their value to distribute these assets and debts in a fair and equitable manner. The process is…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?” Imagine this situation: You are separating from your spouse. For the duration of your marriage, you have shared the same marital home. Both of you want to stay in the home; neither…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Deciding to file for divorce in North Carolina can be difficult. Not only are you dealing with the emotional ramifications that might come along with ending a marriage, but…