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...
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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...
What can you do when your ex isn’t paying child support?
As a custodial parent, you probably depend on timely and complete child support payments to ensure you can meet all of your financial obligations. From paying your mortgage or rent to buying new clothing and supplies for school, the financial obligations of raising a...
4 things you should know about child support
Divorce is never simple, especially when it involves children. Not only will you and your future ex-husband have to divide your marital assets, such as your home in Phoenix, but you have to work out a custody schedule for the kids. Another issue that will be part of...
Will spousal abuse impact child custody in an Arizona divorce?
Spousal abuse comes in many forms. Physical abuse is the most talked-about form of abuse, and it involves any kind of physical assault or battery of one spouse or the children in the household by the other adult. Emotional abuse can involve a range of toxic behaviors,...
An attorney can help victims of domestic violence
Those who have been victimized by intimate partner violence typically feel a loss of their personal power as a result of the abuse they suffered. These feelings of powerlessness can leave victims trapped in relationships and unable to leave.But an Arizona attorney who...
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...
Understanding how Arizona parenting laws impact divorce
Arizona is one of many states that has taken steps in recent years to change and update child custody and divorce laws. In fact, the updated code that directs the courts on how custody should get divided doesn't even use the word "custody."Instead of appointing one...