Every marriage has its rough patches. Usually, individuals are able to smooth theirs over with their spouse and repair any damage that has affected their relationship. But if those rough patches continue to occur, or if you’re in an especially prolonged rut, you might...
In the midst of a divorce, one of the most significant considerations is child custody. But what happens when a parent has been absent from their child's life for an extended period? Can they still seek custody? In Arizona, the court's primary focus in child custody...
Going through a divorce can be overwhelming. In Arizona, spouses can file a dissolution of marriage if they have lived in the state for 90 days. On top of the physical effort required in going through documents and attending meetings, the process can also affect you...
Divorce can have a major effect on your finances. Some people even put off divorce long after they know a marriage is over out of fear of losing their financial stability. The property division process in an Arizona divorce involves an equitable division of all your...
During a divorce, one of the usual concerns of parties is the effect of the separation on their financial capacities. This is why it is essential to ensure that each spouse will get their fair share of the marital assets. But with the distribution of properties also...
Divorce can be a costly and emotionally draining process. However, couples have a valuable resource that can help them save time and money: divorce mediation. According to the American Bar Association, over 95% of divorce cases in the United States are settled through...
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...
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...
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...
Child-rearing can be financially challenging because it comes with the responsibility to cover a broad range of expenses for one’s child. This is why it is important for parents to share the costs of their child’s needs. In the case of separated parents, the court...
