postnuptial agreement

What is a High-Conflict Divorce?

Published on: July 24, 2024 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

What is a High-Conflict Divorce?

In North Carolina, as in other states, married couples may request a divorce based on irreconcilable differences. No other grounds for divorce generally apply to those who seek to end their marriages in North Carolina. Sometimes, couples are engaged in a contentious divorce. This is also sometimes called a high-conflict divorce. It happens when couples are having more difficulty than usual coming to an agreement regarding the terms of a divorce settlement.

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What is a Parenting Coordinator?

Published on: July 17, 2024 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

What is a Parenting Coordinator?

Going through a divorce when you have children can cause a number of conflicts to arise between parents. Parents typically need to resolve the major issues concerning their kids, such as primary residence, visitation, and sharing parenting responsibilities. In some cases, parents have difficulty trying to come to an agreement about co-parenting. That is not hard to understand because many parents have different parenting styles and expectations. In these instances, a parenting coordinator may be helpful in resolving parenting conflicts.

What is a Parenting Coordinator?

What is the Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration in Family Law Cases?

Published on: April 7, 2021 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?”

Mediation and arbitration are two alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods available in some family law cases in North Carolina. These two forms of ADR allow the parties to settle a dispute without court interference.

Experts Say Postnuptial Agreements Are Increasing In Popularity

Published on: May 3, 2017 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”

Though you’ve likely heard of a prenup, either from a friend, a relative or in popular culture, postnups aren’t nearly as common. Though a much newer invention, experts in the family law business say they’re beginning to catch on, with large numbers of family law attorneys reporting an increase in interest from clients. What is a postnup? How does it work? Is there any value? To learn more, keep reading.