Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” While some divorced and separated parents can agree on various issues surrounding child custody, many couples struggle with finding middle ground. When parents cannot reach a consensus regarding custody…
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What is a Consent Order and How can You Obtain it During a North Carolina Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” In recent years, an increasing number of couples have opted for mediation and other alternative means of dispute resolution. While North Carolina courts recognize agreements regarding…
Benefits of Mediation in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can you guarantee I will get the resolution I want?” If you and your spouse are capable of reasonable negotiations after deciding to end your marriage, mediation may be the best option to help you finalize your divorce faster…
Alternatives to Divorce Litigation Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How should I prepare if I intend to file for divorce in the near future?” As most court operations in North Carolina have been limited since March, people who want to file for divorce during the pandemic or wish…
COVID-19: 6 Unintended Consequences of Getting a DIY Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” As court proceedings in North Carolina were postponed until June 1, 2020, many North Carolinians are becoming increasingly frustrated about the inability to get divorced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Why You Should Not…
What Happens to Cryptocurrencies During a North Carolina Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” Since Bitcoin and a plethora of other cryptocurrencies have become a crucial – and rather sizeable – investment and currency in many people’s lives, you may be wondering about…
Pet Ownership and ‘Custody’ After a North Carolina Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Dividing property during a divorce – also known as distribution in North Carolina – is a grueling experience. Fighting over child custody is often a disheartening…
Is a Collaborative Divorce Right for You?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Divorcing couples in North Carolina can choose to go through the collaborative process to get a divorce rather than going through litigation. This is a good option for some couples, but not everyone will…
Custody Mediation in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” One of the most difficult parts of the divorce and separation process is coming to a custody agreement. It is important to look out for the…
An Explanation of Collaborative Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Going through a divorce can be tough. You are ending a relationship and declaring that you wish your legal marriage be terminated. The very nature of a relationship ending can lead to heightened emotions…