Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” Divorces can be messy. Suddenly two people are splitting their assets and lives into two, from what used to be a marriage. Divorce does not only…
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Common Questions of Domestic Violence Victims
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?” In today’s society, it is not unusual to hear about domestic violence happening within marriages.…
Things to Keep in Mind Before Going to Court for Custody
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?” Going through a divorce can be difficult. Not only are you separating from the person with whom you once thought you would spend your life, but you are faced…
A Guide to Alimony in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “When do you get alimony?” Not every marriage ends in a lifetime of happiness with your spouse. Unfortunately, spouses have irreconcilable differences that lead them to file for divorce and legally end their marriage. For some spouses, divorce results…
What Happens to a Personal Injury Award in Divorce?
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” When couples are considering, or pursuing a divorce, there is a lot of discussion on the distribution of property between the couple. Is everything split down the middle? Is…
Thinking About Divorce? Here is What You Need to Know
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?” Thinking about ending a marriage can be hard. When one starts to think that he or she might want a divorce, it can be overwhelming;…
The Impact of Divorce on Retirement Accounts
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?” For most individuals facing a divorce, their concern is what will happen to the children (if any) from the marriage and how the assets of the couple will be…
Social Media can Have Unintended Consequences on Divorce
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?” Going through a divorce is a major transition in life. Suddenly, your assets are being divided, custody arrangements are being set, and you are left negotiating with a soon-to-be-ex spouse…
Reasons to Consider a Prenup Before Marriage
Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How Can I protect myself from my spouses spending habits?” Prenuptial agreements often have a bad reputation. Marriage is “supposed” to be the union of two people who are in love and want to be married forever. When a prenuptial agreement…
An Explanation of Collaborative Divorce in North Carolina
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Going through a divorce can be tough. You are ending a relationship and declaring that you wish your legal marriage be terminated. The very nature of a relationship ending can lead to heightened emotions…