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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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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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Spying on Your Spouse During a Divorce: Can it Help or Hurt Your Case in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?”   While marriage counselors almost unanimously agree that trust issues can destroy a relationship, many married individuals cannot simply overcome mistrust. When trust issues enter the…

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How Does a Domestic Violence Charge Affect Divorce and Employment in North Carolina?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?”   A domestic violence charge can turn the accused’s life upside down in an instant. A conviction of domestic violence in North Carolina can lead to fines and jail time.…

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Four Tips to Avoid Violating a Restraining Order in North Carolina

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “My relationship is ending and they are threatening to call the police, how can I help myself?”   Having a protective order against you can make you feel as if you are walking on thin ice. Depending on the terms of the…

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Commonly Asked Questions from Domestic Violence Survivors

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?”   Domestic violence is a serious problem all across the country, and even the world. The…

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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.…

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Can a Spouse be Forced Out of the Marital Home?

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”   Imagine this situation: You are separating from your spouse. For the duration of your marriage, you have shared the same marital home. Both of you want to stay in the home; neither…

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Weiner and Abedin’s Divorce Will Not Be Anonymous

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?”   It’s a terrible story that never seems to end. More than six years ago, Anthony Weiner first grabbed headlines due to some inappropriate photographs posted onto his personal Twitter feed.…

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