A 401(k) can feel personal. It may come from your job, your paycheck and years of careful saving. Then divorce starts, and suddenly your spouse may claim part of it. In Arizona, the name on the retirement account does not always decide who keeps the money. The bigger...
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3 assets not always split 50/50 in Arizona
If you are a business professional or a high-earner in the Phoenix metro area, you may worry about how a divorce will impact your holdings. Arizona is a community property state. Under state law, the court must divide community property equitably, which generally...
The different types of property that are divided in a divorce
Dividing property during a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions run high. In Arizona, the law requires a fair division of assets and debts, but not every type of property falls into the same category. Knowing what the court considers helps spouses...
Why a decade of marriage matters in Arizona law
In Arizona, the courts consider marriages that reach or exceed 10 years as long-term unions. While the state’s community property laws apply to marriages of any length, how long you have been married greatly influences how judges interpret and apply these laws. When...
How Arizona courts handle stock options and RSUs in divorce
If you are a high earner in Arizona going through a divorce, your focus is not just on splitting the house or checking accounts. You are probably thinking about your stock options or restricted stock units (RSUs) and what happens to them once the proceedings begin....
How are family heirlooms treated in divorce?
Dividing property during a divorce can be complicated, and family heirlooms add another layer of complexity. These cherished items often hold significant sentimental value and are passed down through generations. So, how does Arizona law treat these treasures when a...
Is a business considered marital property in Arizona?
In Arizona, marital property laws dictate how property gets divided during a divorce. These laws also determine the treatment of a business owned by either spouse. Understanding whether a business is considered marital property is important for couples going through a...
Does everything get split 50/50 in an Arizona Divorce?
It is a common misconception that when a couple divorces, each spouse must receive exactly half of the couple's money and property. Arizona is one of just a few states that follow a "community property" law, meaning that the state considers most assets acquired during...
What happens to inherited property when you divorce?
Property division is a complex and often contentious aspect of divorce. In Arizona, the court must divide community property equitably, though not necessarily equally, between divorcing spouses. If you received an inheritance during your marriage, you may wonder if...
Understanding community property in an Arizona divorce
One of the most pressing concerns for couples facing a divorce is often deciding how to divide your assets. If you have a prenuptial agreement or if you and your spouse can agree on terms for asset division, you already know what to expect. If you aren't able to agree...