Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” The act of adultery of one or both spouses is one of the biggest reasons that couples get divorced. North Carolina is a no-fault state in regards to divorce. This means that the…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are not covered by child support?” Divorce is difficult. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are thrust into figuring out marital assets, spousal or alimony payments, and often coming to child custody agreements. Parents want what is…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Who pays for the children’s health insurance and co-pays?” It is clear that the rules surrounding the use of frozen embryos created as part of the in vitro fertilization, or IVF process are confusing. Couples often wonder whether agreements made…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” The U.S. Supreme Court recently handed down an important victory for supporters of gay parental rights. How did they do that? By remaining silent. The case…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What children’s expenses are covered by child support?” The desire to have a child of your own is a powerful one for many people. Though most are able to do so easily, there are many couples who cannot. Either…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” What is a mother? A father? A parent? Though these concepts have long avoided detailed examination by the courts, times are changing and specific definitions will…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Legal battles over custody and child support are miserable for everyone involved. They take time, money and create enormous amounts of stress given the importance of…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?” It is something that very few people give much thought to: divorce behind bars. Though it seldom makes it on to most people’s radar, it can present enormous problems. Getting divorced while incarcerated is…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” When it comes to custody issues during and after a divorce, it can be very hard for families to navigate the complexities of two parents, two…
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?” If you have been through a divorce you understand that interaction with the legal system is a requirement. No matter how agreeable you and your ex might be, a judge will still have to…