A couple might decide together that a divorce is the best resolution to differences in a marriage. However, there are often occasions that involve one party deciding that a divorce is warranted without consulting the other party first. Divorce can be a challenging...
Family Law
Divorce issues for Arizona military families
Although members of the military face the same legal system that others use for dissolution of marriage, there are some logistical issues that can make a military divorce a little more challenging. It is important to understand these issues in considering filing for...
Filing requirements in military divorce may differ
Arizona residents may be interested in decisions military couples may face when they decide to divorce. Military life often involves transfers and periods of deployment, and couples may live in many states before retirement. The choice about where to divorce depends...
Spousal maintenance orders in Arizona
In Arizona, a person who is going through a separation or divorce may request spousal support. Spousal maintenance, which is also referred to as alimony, may be awarded in order to help divorcing parties get back onto their feet following the end of the marriage....
How domestic violence can affect divorce proceedings
Individuals living in Arizona may not be entirely aware of how domestic violence can affect divorce proceedings. Domestic violence can constitute grounds for a divorce, and in some situations, it can also serve as fault. Additionally, domestic violence instances may...
Court voids adoption while father fights for parental rights
An adoption that was approved by an Arizona court while the child's biological parent was appealing his loss of parental rights was determined to be void in a recent ruling by an appellate court in Phoenix. According to the report, the majority of the three Court of...
Many resources available for grandparents raising grandkids
Changes in society and separations of couples with children have dramatically changed the way youths in Arizona survive and thrive. For a growing number of families, the best possible situation for the children is to have them live with grandparents. These cases are...
Tips for co-parenting after high conflict divorce
If you have gone through a high-conflict divorce with children, you are probably familiar with the challenges divorced parents face during this difficult time. Many parents struggle with raising their children together after separating. Studies have found that...