When going through a divorce, the laws of the state you reside in are very important to pay attention to when dividing property. While most states follow equitable distribution laws, the state of Arizona is one of nine states that follow community property laws.When a...
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Collaborative divorces can be beneficial in many ways
The process of divorce has the potential to take a toll on many aspects of your life. You may find that the stress of your relationship has made you more distant with your children, and that your friendships and career progression have been affected.You may feel that...
How domestic violence can affect child custody rulings
Many people have the tendency to believe that when they have been accused of domestic violence by the other parent of their children, there is no hope to ever be able to gain custody. While accusations of domestic violence will always be taken very seriously by child...
How long will it take for my divorce to be finalized?
When you first file for a divorce and start the process, it will likely feel that there is a long journey ahead of you. Depending on how long you have been married, whether there are children involved, and the amount of -- as well as the nature of -- assets that are...
3 reasons not to compare your divorce to someone else’s
You knew your divorce would be different than what others went through, but you thought that if you asked other people about their divorce process, it could help you prepare. Instead, it frustrated you, gave you different and conflicting information and has confused...
How spousal maintenance works in Arizona
In many parts of the United States, to calculate alimony amounts, the courts use a formula. Here in Arizona, alimony is known as spousal maintenance. In addition to the name variation, there is no strict formula that divorcing spouses use to to calculate the amount of...
Common ways to handle a house in an Arizona divorce
Facing an impending divorce can leave you with more questions than answers. If you and your spouse don't agree with one another about how to split up your assets or have a prenuptial agreement on record, the potential outcome of your divorce may be unclear. Each...
When does alcohol affect child custody in Arizona?
Parents have the right to engage in the consumption of alcohol in a responsible and appropriate manner. However, alcohol is a substance that can have profound effects on behavior. When consumed often or in high quantities, it can severely affect people's ability to be...
The length of divorce: A timeline
It's a reality that every divorce is different, so it's not easy to say how long your divorce will take. However, there is a timeline that most divorces follow. This timeline can give you a better idea about how long a divorce can take and the order of events that...
My ex spouse wants to move: How will this affect custody?
When you are going through a divorce and a child custody battle, a great number of factors must be considered. In the state of Arizona, as in most other states, the primary basis for determining the type of child custody that will be granted is what is believed the be...