Charlotte Divorce Lawyer

At Arnold & Smith, PLLC, we are committed to helping our clients through the emotionally charged and complicated process of obtaining a separation and divorce in an economical and effective manner. Please feel free to give us a call if you would like to speak with one of our lawyers. We handle divorce cases in the greater Charlotte area, including: Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, Gaston County and Union County.

The formal entry of a Judgment of Absolute Divorce is only one part of the process. These matters may need attention and resolution as well:

• Equitable Distribution, Debt, and Business Interests
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Child Support
• Alimony /Post-separation Support (PSS)
• Separation Agreements
• Adultery
• 50B Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
• 50C Stalking Restraining Orders
• Alienation of Affection/Criminal Conversation

North Carolina Law:

In North Carolina, a husband and wife must be separated for at least one year before they may obtain a Judgment of Absolute Divorce. In the meantime, they are free to resolve their issues relating to child custody and support, post-separation support and alimony and equitable distribution of property. What constitutes a "separation" can be a very case-specific analysis. In most uncontested divorces, the process can be completed in just a few weeks with minor expense. But, because there are other matters which may require attention before the Judgment of Absolute Divorce is entered, it is important to speak with a lawyer as early as possible in the process.