Atty. Peter McArdle
Mr. McArdle has lived in Charlotte since 1979.
Equitable Distribution & More Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC · 31+ Years Experience
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About Peter McArdle at a Glance
Peter McArdle is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at A&S Personal Injury Lawyers. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on child custody and family law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1995) and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1995). Educated at Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (B.A. Political, 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mecklenburg County (Member, Family Law Section) and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter McArdle
- Mr. McArdle has lived in Charlotte since 1979
- He attended Saint Gabriel Catholic School and Charlotte Catholic High School
- After graduating from high school in 1987, Mr. McArdle attended the University of North Carolina
- At Chapel Hill, he played on the Junior Varsity Basketball Team and served on the UNC Supreme Court
- He also received recognition for being an All-ACC Student Athlete
- After graduating with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science, Mr. McArdle attended law school at Campbell University
- In law school, Mr. McArdle traveled with the Moot Court team and earned entry to the Order of the Barristers
- After law school, Mr. McArdle returned to Charlotte and has represented clients in Charlotte and the surrounding counties since 1995
- He is a member of the Mecklenburg County Bar, North Carolina State Bar and the Mecklenburg County Family Law Section
- Mr. McArdle is a partner at Arnold & Smith, PLLC and the primary focus of his law practice has been and remains family law
- He is experienced in trying cases involving issues related to child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and domestic violence
- His approach to cases is straightforward and honest
- If a case requires extensive and aggressive litigation, he is comfortable in the courtroom and has zealously fought for successful outcomes for his clients for the past twenty years
- If, however, the case requires a more collaborative approach, then he is equally adept at resolving matters outside of the courthouse
- Mr. McArdle has gained a great deal of experience in litigating jury trials related to heart balm torts (i.e. alienation of affection cases)
- In 2015, he was featured in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly after a successful jury trial verdict
- He has been quoted on ESPN, CNN, and The Charlotte Observer and has been a contributor to local television news on issues related to family law
- Mr. McArdle also represents clients with regard to issues related to district court criminal/traffic cases, land condemnation cases, personal injury matters and general civil litigation
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Peter McArdle's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter McArdle handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Child Custody & Visitation in Charlotte
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Family Law in Charlotte
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Charlotte Choose Peter McArdle
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter McArdle's practice in the field of child custody and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter McArdle brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Carolina and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina, Peter McArdle can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering child custody and family law, Peter McArdle can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Peter McArdle attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter McArdle Handles in Charlotte
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