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Can I Lock My Spouse Out of Our House During a North Carolina Divorce?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”   It is not uncommon for spouses whose marriage is on the rocks to have disagreements about who should stay in the house and who should leave. However, some spouses choose to change…

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How Much Does a North Carolina Divorce Cost?

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?”   Divorce can take a toll on your emotional health; ending a marriage is always a stressful experience. On top of that, many people tend…

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Five Questions to Ask Your North Carolina Divorce Attorney

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?”   Initial consultations are critically important in the early stages of the divorce process for potential clients to get the unique opportunity to ask questions and get legal…

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How to Get a North Carolina Divorce After a Short Marriage?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?”   If your marriage lasted less than a year, you might be wondering how to get a divorce in North Carolina. If you want to divorce, it is important to consult with…

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Can You File for an Out-of-State Divorce in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How does custody work if one parent moves internationally?”   Divorce is often a complicated and adversarial process. However, things can get even more confusing when a divorce involves partners living in different states. There are many potential legal issues…

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What are the Penalties for Being Held in Contempt in North Carolina?

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?”   It is never advised to disobey a legally binding and enforceable order issued by a family court in North Carolina. Refusal or failure to…

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How Long Does a Divorce Take in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long does getting a divorce take?”   If you and your spouse decided to end your marriage, you need to understand that it might take months to get a divorce in North Carolina, and that does not even take…

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Five Things to Consider When Divorcing in Your 20s

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?”   While many millennials are delaying marriage, it is not rare for people to get married in their mid-20s nowadays. However, not all marriages are…

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Do You Need a Divorce Attorney if Your Divorce is Amicable?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long does getting a divorce take?”   Uncontested divorces, also known as amicable divorces, tend to be less complicated than contested ones. If you and your spouse are able to resolve many or all of the issues in your…

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What Happens if One Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How long does getting a divorce take?”   Divorce is almost always tough for both spouses. However, the divorce process can become even more complicated when one spouse refuses to sign divorce papers. If the decision to end the marriage…

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