Using a Rule 69 Agreement for Effective Dispute Resolution in a Divorce
- posted: Jun. 23, 2025
- Divorce
Rule 69 agreements, as outlined in the Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure, provide a structured framework for resolving marital disputes outside of court. These agreements offer a less adversarial Read More
Filing an Arizona Divorce Against a Spouse Living in Another Country
- posted: Jun. 02, 2025
- Divorce
The term “international divorce” is sometimes used to describe a marriage dissolution when one spouse lives in the U.S. and the other resides in a foreign country. In fact, though, Read More
How a Preliminary Injunction Protects Your Interests During a Divorce
- posted: May 12, 2025
- Divorce
In Arizona, a community property state, all assets acquired by either spouse during a marriage are deemed jointly owned and are typically divided equally in the event of a divorce. Read More
How Long Does an Arizona Contested Divorce Typically Take?
- posted: May 05, 2025
- Divorce
Arizona is a no-fault divorce state. Except for covenant marriages, neither spouse needs to prove wrongdoing to file for divorce. They need only state that the marriage is "irretrievably broken" Read More
Common Ways to Schedule Parenting Time After a Divorce
- posted: Feb. 17, 2025
- Divorce
Deciding how to share parenting responsibilities after a divorce can be emotionally demanding. In Arizona, courts require parents with joint custody to develop a detailed parenting plan outlining how time Read More
What to Consider Before Moving Out During Divorce
- posted: Feb. 10, 2025
- Divorce
A spouse might move out of the family home during a divorce for several reasons. The couple is already estranged and now is engaged in litigation. The pressure of living Read More
What Makes Divorce Harder the Second Time Around?
- posted: Jan. 20, 2025
- Divorce
Divorcing for a second time often presents complexities beyond those encountered in a first divorce. Several factors contribute to these challenges, including blended family dynamics, financial entanglements and emotional residue Read More
Overcoming the Challenges of Divorcing a Narcissist
- posted: Jan. 13, 2025
- Divorce
Narcissists are individuals who view themselves as superior to others. They often exploit or manipulate people around them to fulfill their own whims. Pervasive narcissistic behavior can cause significant disruption, Read More
Dealing With the Financial Complexities of Gray Divorce
- posted: Dec. 23, 2024
- Divorce
Gray divorce, or the dissolution of a marriage later in life (typically after age 50), has unique financial implications that differ significantly from divorces involving younger couples. Couples getting divorced Read More
Avoiding Loss of Health Insurance Coverage Due to Divorce
- posted: Dec. 16, 2024
- Divorce
Maintaining health insurance coverage during and after a divorce is vital if you have been covered under your spouse's plan. In Arizona, your spouse cannot cancel or modify your coverage Read More
What Is the Usual Timeline for an Arizona Divorce?
- posted: Dec. 09, 2024
- Divorce
How long it takes to get a divorce in Arizona depends on whether or not the divorce is contested, and if so how difficult it is to resolved the disagreements. The Read More
What is a Child Custody Evaluation in an Arizona Divorce?
- posted: Nov. 25, 2024
- Divorce,  Child Custody
A child custody evaluation in Arizona divorce proceedings is designed to help the court determine what is in the best interests of the child when parents cannot agree on custody Read More
Getting Your Finances in Order Before Divorce
- posted: Nov. 18, 2024
- Divorce
Divorce will likely have a pronounced effect on your economic situation. If you’re like most married people, you’ll need to make the transition from joint to separate finances. Accomplishing this Read More
How is “Pet Custody” Decided in an Arizona Divorce?
- posted: Nov. 04, 2024
- Divorce
Determining who gets the family pets can be a surprisingly emotional and contentious issue in a divorce. While many people view their pets as family members, pets are considered personal Read More
Applying Arizona’s Guidelines for Calculating Spousal Maintenance
- posted: Oct. 28, 2024
- Divorce
In Arizona, spousal maintenance, commonly known as alimony, is financial support that one spouse may be ordered to pay after a divorce to the other spouse who may not be Read More
Making a Convincing Case for Modifying Spousal Maintenance
- posted: Oct. 21, 2024
- Divorce
In Arizona, spousal maintenance (alimony) may be modified under certain conditions if either party can demonstrate a significant and ongoing change in circumstances. Courts do not allow changes to alimony Read More