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Are North Carolina Divorce Laws Changing? Senate Bill 626

Published on: October 21, 2026 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Are Divorce Changes Coming to North Carolina?

Changes to North Carolina divorce laws are under consideration. North Carolina provides for absolute divorce when couples meet the criteria. Our state currently has one of the strictest requirements of all the states, stipulating that couples must live apart for a period of at least one full year prior to filing for divorce. Most states do not have any separation requirement while in a handful of states couples must live apart for a period of time. Legislation was introduced in North Carolina that would change the divorce criteria.

What are the Current North Carolina Divorce Requirements?

Surrogate Mother Gives Birth to Triplets, Sues for Parental Rights After Bio Dad Asks for Abortion

Published on: March 31, 2016 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Charlotte Divorce Attorney Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What rules are there for Father’s Right in NC?”

A Georgia man who hired a surrogate to carry his child for $33,000 may be getting more than he bargained for.

Proving Separation Before Divorce

Published on: March 10, 2016 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Matthew R. Arnold of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “How can an attorney help me with my Divorce or Separation in North Carolina?”

The Maryland legislature took a first step this past week to make divorce easier on residents of the state. The state House of Delegates just passed a bill by wide margins that would eliminate the current requirement that a witness be brought to testify during uncontested divorces.

Chicago Family Law Judge Helps Those Dealing With Divorce While Behind Bars

Published on: February 16, 2016 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

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 one parent is incarcerated. Family law issues, including divorce and child custody issues, are already difficult, but adding to the mix the fact that one parent is behind bars can make things exponentially more complex.