Being subjected to a spousal support order can be financially crushing. Even if you agreed to it through a settlement negotiation, you can find that life changes leave you in a position where you’re no longer able or no longer want to provide that support. In order to...
Family Law
What factors affect military spousal support?
Divorce is a journey that nobody wants to take. But for military spouses, divorce can be like traveling through a minefield. Although military divorces are similar to civilian divorces in terms of spousal support, couples must go through the state court they reside in...
Can mediation work if there is domestic violence history?
Mediation’s popularity among divorce parties has grown over the past few years. With its convenience and cost-effectiveness, it is unsurprising that spouses settle divorce terms this way instead of going to court. However, this process may not work for everyone. Some...
How to discuss divorce with your children
Going through a divorce can stir up difficult emotions and experiences, no matter how amicable the decision to end the marriage is. This life event can also significantly affect your children’s lives, so their welfare must be prioritized. Ideally, children must become...
The importance of parenting plans in Arizona
When Arizona parents go through a divorce, they find that parenting becomes a matter of planning and logistics. This is where a well-constructed parenting plan comes into play. Your written parenting plan (which both you and your ex-spouse will need to agree to) will...
Why does maternal gatekeeping matter?
When we hear the terms, gatekeeping or gatekeeper, we may think of a security guard, like the ones who protect your workplace or your children at school. As a result, you may have positive feelings about gatekeepers, but gatekeepers and gatekeeping are not always...
What can you expect as your family law case heads to mediation?
Many of the family law cases that move through civil court in Arizona are referred to mediation, particularly if there are children involved in the issues that are being disputed by the parties. In fact, sometimes, participating in mediation is mandatory. So, if your...
Working out parenting time in Arizona
If you were married and the marriage didn't work out after some years together, that is sad. When you first married, you probably figured that the marriage would last forever. Of course, things that you could not necessarily anticipate happen in life sometimes and you...
When is maintenance awarded in Arizona and how is it calculated?
Getting divorced can have significant financial consequences for both spouses. Moving from a dual-income household to a single-income household can be challenging, especially if one spouse did not work while married or earns a lot less than the other spouse. To ensure...
Is a divorce an end to DV?
Movies and television shows love to show the conquering domestic violence victim overcoming their abuse and getting out. Often, the story ends when the DV victim leaves or gets a divorce. However, the unfortunate truth is that Tucson, Arizona, divorce seldom ends...