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Articles Tagged with Divorce

How Does Social Media Affect Your Divorce, Alimony, Child Custody in North Carolina?

Published on: March 18, 2020 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?”

People routinely use social media sites such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to express their opinions and share what happens in their daily lives. While others may simply scroll through your posts and photos (or comment, like, and repost them), your soon-to-be-ex-spouse and his or her attorney will be looking at everything you post through a magnifying glass when your divorce case is pending.

Can You Relocate with Your Child Following a North Carolina Divorce?

Published on: March 4, 2020 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What are my custody rights if the other parent moves?”

Taking your children to live outside of North Carolina after a divorce is a tough decision. While it is vital to consider how the relocation would affect your child, it is equally important to consider whether your current child custody arrangement allows you to move.

How Does a Divorce From Bed and Board Affect Your Marital Rights in North Carolina?

Published on: February 12, 2020 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?”

North Carolina’s family law allows spouses to obtain a legal separation by asking the court for what is known as a divorce from bed and board. While this type of “divorce” does not end your marriage, it has a significant impact on the rights you and your husband/wife have.

Does Marital Misconduct Affect Divorce Proceedings in North Carolina?

Published on: February 5, 2020 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?”

Although couples can obtain a no-fault divorce in North Carolina, marital misconduct may play a prominent role in divorce proceedings. Specifically, any acts that constitute marital misconduct may affect such aspects of divorce as alimony and even child custody.

How to Get a Divorce in North Carolina Without Waiting a Year

Published on: January 1, 2020 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What does a “No-Fault’ divorce mean in NC?”

Most people who want to get divorced wish to get it over with as quickly as possible, but what many of them do not realize is that North Carolina law requires a one-year waiting period for divorces.

How to Split Up the 401(k) Plan Assets in a North Carolina Divorce?

Published on: December 25, 2019 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”

No one ever thinks that their marriage is going to end someday, which is why the vast majority of us are never prepared for it when it does happen. Going through the divorce process can be an emotional undertaking. After all, you are divorcing the person you have lived with for the past years or decades who may also be the mother/father of your children.

Are Separation Agreements Mandatory in North Carolina?

Published on: December 18, 2019 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” Is there some property that the judge cannot divide?”

If you are considering a legal separation in Charlotte or other parts of North Carolina, you probably have many questions on your mind. The most reasonable questions to ask are, “Do I need a separation agreement?” and “Do I need a Charlotte divorce attorney to draft the agreement, or are there other ways to negotiate and prepare this document?”

How are Marital Debts (and Student Loans) Split in North Carolina Divorce?

Published on: November 20, 2019 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How will the judge divide our property?”

Family courts in North Carolina have a duty to categorize assets and debts and determine their value to distribute these assets and debts in a fair and equitable manner. The process is referred to as Equitable Distribution.

Pet Ownership and ‘Custody’ After a North Carolina Divorce

Published on: October 16, 2019 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”

Dividing property during a divorce – also known as distribution in North Carolina – is a grueling experience. Fighting over child custody is often a disheartening and painful experience. But what about pets?

Does Remarriage or Cohabitation Affect Alimony and Child Support in North Carolina?

Published on: September 25, 2019 | Matthew R. Arnold, Esq.

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Can I get the judge to order my spouse to pay my attorney’s fees in a property division case?”

A story of a woman who divorced her husband and found love with her wedding DJ can inspire many who do not feel happy in their marriage to file for divorce and pursue happiness.