Tempe Arizona Family Law Blog

If a marriage feels as though it is heading for divorce, a compelling option is moving out of the family home. Living with your estranged spouse can create an extremely toxic environment, and this can lead to near-constant arguments that, in turn, will have an impact...

Leaving an abusive marriage is a frightening prospect. Attempting to leave an abuser can often lead to an escalation in violence. Even if you believe you can leave without any issues, you may worry that you don't have anyone you can turn to. It is common for abuse...

When going through a divorce, you will want to try and get the ordeal completed as quickly as possible, but at the same time, it will be vital that you get the agreement that you deserve. For example, you will want to make sure that you are satisfied with the...

If you are considering filing for a divorce in the state of Arizona, you may not be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Embarking on the divorce process can feel overwhelming, especially because you will have only a limited idea of how long it will...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...