Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Are overtime, bonuses, and commissions included in calculating child support?” Some of you – especially those paying or receiving child support in North Carolina – have probably heard the news that the ex-wife of the former NFL star,…
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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…
‘Alienation of Affections’ in North Carolina: Sue Your Spouse’s Lover for Destroying Marriage
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” You might want to read this one if your husband or wife is cheating on you, or you filed for divorce because of your spouse’s infidelity. North Carolina is one of only a…
Does Remarriage or Cohabitation Affect Alimony and Child Support in North Carolina?
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?” A story of a woman who divorced her husband and found love with her wedding DJ can inspire many who…
Divorcing Military Personnel: Special Considerations for Children
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” Whether you are in the military, or you have a spouse who is in the military, you experience particular strains to your marriage that not every couple does. Dealing…
Things to Consider Before Entering Into a Prenuptial Agreement
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?” You work hard and have achieved your desired level of success. It is understandable that you would want to protect your assets. For many, the decision to enter into a prenuptial…
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…
What are ‘Red Flag Laws?’ Does North Carolina Need Them?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m not getting along with my husband. We’ve been married two weeks and it was a mistake. Can’t I just get an annulment?” Domestic violence is a serious issue across the United States. Unfortunately, abuse of a partner…
What Not to do at a Custody Hearing
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Fighting for the custody of your children can be extremely difficult. Not only can court proceedings be difficult to understand, but the emotional toll of not…