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...
Family Law
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...
Escaping from an oppressive prenuptial agreement
Most experienced Arizona divorce attorneys will advise their clients to sign a prenuptial agreement if the lawyer has had an opportunity to review the agreement. Prenuptial agreements go a long way toward eliminating much of the anger and stress associated with a...
Proving the marital standard of living in an alimony dispute
There are a lot of factors that go into an alimony determination in Arizona. And you have to appropriately address each one of them if you hope to achieve an outcome that is right for you. But we know that can be a complicated endeavor, especially if you’re unfamiliar...
Can I obtain spousal support as a stay-at-home dad?
Spousal support can be a great way to ensure that you have financial stability post-divorce. And the law is gender neutral. This means that even stay-at-home dads can seek alimony from their ex-spouse. In fact, those who have given up a job and career advancement in...
Deployed military members fight battles at home and abroad
Married members of the armed forces deployed throughout the world understand the verb adapt. The comprehensive effects of divorce extend their tentacles into the relationships between parent and child. Even the most adaptable, however, sometimes lose the war of love...
How alimony is determined in Arizona
Divorce is a difficult period for a family to go through, and the pain of separation is made worse by the stress of financial worries. For women who haven’t worked and have relied on their spouse for financial support, it can be a very scary time. Factors to consider...
Establishing paternity when unmarried couples split
When an unmarried couple splits up after being together for some time, it’s relatively simple for them to go separate ways when they are not married. But when there are children involved it gets complicated, especially when the father wishes to remain part of his...