When Courts May Impute Income to Parents Owing Child Support
- posted: Jul. 10, 2024
- Child Support
In Arizona as elsewhere, child support is a critical aspect of ensuring the welfare and well-being of children following the separation or divorce of their parents. The courts have a Read More
Why a Property Settlement Agreement Makes Sense in an Arizona Divorce
During a divorce, marital property and debts must be divided. Arizona is a community property state, meaning all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are considered jointly owned by Read More
How Arizona Community Property Law Treats Inheritances
- posted: May 13, 2024
- Divorce
Arizona is among the U.S. states with community property laws. This means that, in general, all property acquired by either spouse during a marriage is considered jointly owned by both Read More
The Impact of Wasteful Dissipation in Arizona Divorces
- posted: Apr. 29, 2024
- Divorce
Arizona's divorce laws prioritize a fair and consistent approach to spousal maintenance (alimony) and property division. While recent updates have removed marital fault as a factor in awarding spousal maintenance, Read More
Should You Move Out of the House Before Your Divorce Is Final?
- posted: Mar. 01, 2024
- Divorce
When married couples are headed for divorce, it is natural for them to separate. This is especially so if they become estranged or hostile to one another. However, a spouse Read More
How to Keep a Divorce Uncontested
- posted: Feb. 09, 2024
- Divorce
The simplest path to dissolving a marriage in Arizona is by uncontested divorce. This method is available if you and your spouse agree not only that the marriage should end Read More
Benefits of Using Mediation in an Arizona Divorce
- posted: Oct. 27, 2023
- Family Law
If you’re getting divorced, the word “mediation” is one that you'll likely encounter. Judges in Arizona, as in other states, often order mediation in divorce cases, particularly when disagreements arise Read More
When Is a Postnuptial Agreement Valid in Arizona?
- posted: May 05, 2023
- Family Law
Sometimes during the course of a marriage, concerns arise between spouses about how their financial assets would be divided in the event of a divorce. For couples who did not Read More