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Even if Your Divorce Is Uncontested, You Should Have Counsel

A divorce may be deemed uncontested when couples mutually decide to dissolve their marriage. Opting for this type of dissolution can be cheaper, quicker and less stressful and it allows Read More

How to Prepare Your Children for Your Divorce

Of all the challenges you face during a divorce, telling your children can be exceptionally difficult. They have come to rely on a protected, stable family environment and will naturally Read More

What a Parent Can Do if a Child Refuses Parenting Time

Arizona law emphasizes the importance of both parents having meaningful relationships with their children. In a divorce, each spouse submits a proposed parenting plan and the court adopts one that Read More

Practical Steps to Prepare for Divorce

Divorce is one of life’s most difficult transitions, bringing not only emotional strain but also significant financial and legal challenges. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but by taking thoughtful steps Read More

Costs Not Covered by Child Support in Arizona

In Arizona, child support payments are intended to cover the basic financial needs of a child, which include expenses for food, clothing, shelter and routine medical care. The calculation of Read More

Property Division Issues in an Arizona Divorce

Arizona is a community property state, which means that most property acquired by either spouse is subject to division during a divorce. However, unlike most community property states that require Read More

Using a Rule 69 Agreement for Effective Dispute Resolution in a 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

How Does Emancipation Affect a Parent’s Child Support Obligation?

Emancipation is a legal process that allows a minor to gain independence from their parents or guardians. It effectively grants them the rights and responsibilities of an adult before reaching Read More

Deciding Whether “Birdnesting” Parenting Time Can Work for You

Birdnesting is a type of post-divorce arrangement that has gained popularity in recent years. The term is derived from the behavior of birds who take turns caring for their hatchlings. Read More

Filing an Arizona Divorce Against a Spouse Living in Another Country

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

Tips for Maximizing Your Parenting Time After a Divorce

Arizona public policy is to encourage post-divorce arrangements in which children spend meaningful time with both parents. Unless they can agree on dividing parenting time, the spouses are required to Read More

What Happens if a Child Support Obligor Deliberately Reduces Income?

In an Arizona divorce, child support is calculated using the income shares model, which means it is based on the financial resources each parent could have allocated to the children Read More

How a Preliminary Injunction Protects Your Interests During a 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?

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

Dividing Child Care Expenses After a Divorce

In Arizona, both parents are legally obligated to provide financial support for their children after a divorce. Typically, the non-custodial parent is responsible for making child support payments. However, the Read More

The Difficulties of Considering a Child’s Preferences in Custody Cases

Child custody and parenting arrangements are among the most emotionally fraught aspects of a divorce. The breakdown of a family structure can deeply affect children, who are often caught in Read More

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