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Co-Parenting School-Age Children

Published on: August 10, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”

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The new school year is upon us, and it is time to start thinking about how to provide the best parenting possible for your kids. Divorced parents likely share custody and need to shift gears out of summer vacation mode and back into school-year mode. Co-parenting takes a lot of good coordination and communication to ensure that your kids are happy and healthy. Having children in school presents additional concerns; you want to ensure that your kids get a good education and balance their time for a contented life.

Who Pays for a Child’s Medical Expenses After Divorce?

Published on: August 3, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Who pays for the children’s health insurance and co-pays?”

Who Pays for a Child’s Medical Expenses After Divorce?

What is Marital Separation in North Carolina?

Published on: July 27, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

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?”

What is Marital Separation in North Carolina?

Divorce Resolution

Published on: July 20, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can you guarantee I will get the resolution I want?”

Resolving Divorce Disputes

How Do I File for Divorce in North Carolina?

Published on: July 13, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?”

Divorce is not the answer for every problematic marriage, but when a couple is no longer able to continue with the union, it may be the best solution. When you have made the tough decision to divorce, you need to focus on the legal process of ending your marriage. There are various steps that you must follow in order to obtain a divorce in North Carolina. You must make sure that you abide by the law in order to ensure a smooth process. An experienced divorce attorney will help guide the process to make it easier and less stressful for you and your family.

Can I Contest a Prenuptial Agreement?

Published on: July 8, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?”

Many couples want to use a safety net to protect themselves in case their marriage ends. A prenup is a useful tool that can make uncoupling easier and less contentious in the event the marriage comes to an end. Once in place, the prenup is legally binding and both parties must adhere to the document if they divorce. Sometimes, however, a prenup is unfair and in some instances, it may be possible to contest the validity of the document.

What Can I Do if My Former Spouse Stops Paying Child Support?

Published on: June 29, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”

When parents divorce, they are still required to provide for their children’s regular and ongoing needs. Typically, children reside primarily with one parent while the other parent has visitation and is required to pay support. Children are entitled to support from their parents in order to lead a happy and healthy life. Unfortunately, sometimes a former spouse gets behind on child support payments or stops paying altogether. When this occurs, there are some things that the primary custodial parent can do to resolve the matter.

How Often Can I Have Visitation With My Child?

Published on: June 22, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I keep my Kids from seeing the other parent?”

Divorce changes the family dynamic and requires adjustments from all family members. Children are especially important when considering the new way that a family will interact. Generally, both parents are allowed to spend time with their child following a divorce. Typically, parents share custody, but a child resides primarily with one parent and has regular visitation with the other. The parent in the home where the child resides is often called the primary custodial parent. It is essential to ensure that a child spends time with the non-custodial parent following a divorce.

Making Shared Physical Custody Work

Published on: June 15, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”

When parents divorce, their main concern is usually the welfare of their children. In North Carolina, both parents should generally share custody of their children. Shared physical custody allows both parents to spend quality time with their children on a regular basis. Parents who are able to put their differences aside can provide a stable and loving environment for their children after divorce. A divorce attorney will help you establish the type of custody arrangement that will work best for your family.

What are the Rights of Unmarried Parents?

Published on: May 11, 2022 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?”

The family dynamic has been changing over the last several decades. Today it is much more acceptable to give birth to children out of wedlock. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC, approximately 40.5% of all live births in the United States in 2020 were to unmarried women. While there are many children born to single parents, there are many issues that may arise in regards to child care, custody, support, and visitation. Both parents need to understand their obligations, responsibilities and rights when it comes to their biological children.