Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Do I need an attorney to get a Divorce in North Carolina?” It’s not something that many people think about, but those who have dealt with it before understand just how complicated family law cases can be when…
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Do Stepparents Have to Pay Child Support?
Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “How is the amount of child support decided in North Carolina?” We generally assume that the responsibility for supporting children financially falls squarely on the biological parents, either directly or through child support payments. Stepparents are seen as…
New Survey Ranks Cities According To Divorce Rate
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold being interviewed on the Legal Forum. This was recorded in Charlotte, North Carolina. Topics discussed include: How to choose a divorce lawyer? How long does a divorce take? How much does a divorce cost? When can a person get an annulment? A…
Man Secretly Divorces Wife In An Attempt To Protect His Money
Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What does uncontested divorce mean?” Though it’s best when both sides know that a split is around the corner, it does happen on occasion that one party feels blindsided by the filing of divorce papers.…
Study highlights the benefits of co-parenting
Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?” It’s a common refrain among those in unhappy marriages: staying together for the sake of the kids is the right thing to do. Though it’s…
Does Reconciliation After Divorce Undo Settlement Agreement?
Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matt Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?” Most people think that once a divorce is over, it’s over. After all, you’ve spent substantial time and money trying to undo your ties to another person, why…
The Benefits Of Prenuptial Agreements For Same-Sex Couples
Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “When do you get alimony?” Family law experts have long said that not enough people consider the potential value of a prenuptial agreement. Too often what family law attorneys hear is that prenuptial agreements are…
New Hampshire Court Says Judges Can’t Undo a Divorce
Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question ” If I remarry, can they look at my new spouse’s income?” It isn’t uncommon for couples in the midst of a divorce to have second thoughts, wondering whether the decision was actually the right…
Case Demonstrates Difference Between Separate vs. Marital Property
Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold being interviewed on the Legal Forum. This was recorded in Charlotte, North Carolina. Topics discussed include: How to choose a divorce lawyer? How long does a divorce take? How much does a divorce cost? When can a person get an annulment? One…
Divorce And Its Impact On Your Job
Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Does adultery affect my divorce case?” It’s common for people to think through the potential impact a divorce could have on their lives. For instance, would the divorce cause problems among family members or force…