In Arizona, people who are heading for a divorce will have inevitable concerns. For those who have young children, custody will come to the forefront. If there was significant property at stake, then property division can be alarming. In marriages where one spouse was...
Divorce
An introduction to on alimony in Arizona
Alimony can be a major concern for many people going through a divorce. Arizona uses the term “spousal maintenance” and does not require it in all divorces. However, courts may order spousal maintenance in cases where one spouse has significantly less income or...
Military divorce: does the civilian spouse retain any privileges?
Being married to a member of the armed services comes with challenges that most married couples will never understand. But it also comes with certain benefits you may not want to give up. If you’re contemplating a divorce, it’s natural to ask the question: what will I...
How is spousal maintenance calculated in Arizona?
In an Arizona divorce, the parties can be in dispute over myriad issues. The most emotionally charged aspects frequently revolve around children. Child custody and support can sow the seeds for acrimony. However, there are other factors that inevitably arise such as...
What happens if I need to change a part of my divorce agreement?
Divorced spouses who have experienced a change in their lives may wonder what happens if they need to make a change to their divorce settlement agreement such as if they need to change their child support or child custody agreement. Modifications may be possible in...
Tips for successfully getting through your divorce
Divorce is a major financial transaction, but it’s also a massively emotional endeavor. After all, you’re probably cutting ties with someone you’ve built a life with and are facing what may seem like an unknown and lonely future. But don’t despair. There’s a bright...
Spousal support or property settlement? Here’s what to consider
Even in the best of circumstances, the divorce process is riddled with ultimatums and difficult decisions. One of the most challenging conundrums a person is likely to face is whether to accept spousal support or a property settlement. Spousal support, also known as...
Why do long-term marriages end in divorce?
Divorce happens among couples of all ages. Throughout Tucson, young people and old all find themselves in marital situations that they wished to end through divorce. However, even though the process for ending marriages is the same across different age demographics,...
Are there things Millennials do that could hurt their marriages?
There are many differences between the Millennial and Baby Boomer generation. Though, both generations have one thing in common, they both want to stay married. And, professionals agree, both generations take the idea of “till death do us part” seriously. After all,...
How to survive a divorce financially
You may have been married to your spouse for decades. Unfortunately, not every marriage in Tucson is meant to last, and you may find yourself in a situation where you are divorcing and left surviving on a single income rather than a dual one. This can be especially...