In Arizona, divorce is officially called “dissolution of marriage,” and only a court can grant one. You can file for divorce in Arizona as long as at least one spouse has lived in the state (or been stationed in Arizona as a member of the armed forces) for 90 days....
No. There are several options for how to divide your home in divorce. Assuming you live in Arizona, your home is probably community property that must be divided equitably. This is generally true even if only one spouse’s name is on the title. You should discuss your...
Let’s face it. We’ve all been waiting for 2021. Even in an ordinary year, January is a time for new beginnings. We put behind the prior year’s frustrations and woes. We make new year’s resolutions. For many people, January is a good time to explore divorce. The...
The holidays can be a tough time when you’re struggling in your marriage. You want to set aside your differences and make the holiday season fun. You don’t want to ruin things for the children. Yet this time of year, many people are beginning to think about divorce....
It’s absolutely essential to many people. They can’t imagine a future without their pets. Worse, they may fear that their divorcing spouse would not be as committed to their care as they themselves would be. The feelings of the children are engaged. How are pets...
Some attorneys recommend that all their clients deactivate all their social media accounts as soon as they file for divorce or file any family law petition. That is because their clients sometimes make indiscreet comments or posts on their social media, and those can...
Would getting a divorce ruin your life? Many people who get divorced end up happier and more satisfied than they were during the marriage. After all, if you’re thinking about divorce, there are serious problems in your marriage. While going through a divorce can be...
Spousal maintenance, commonly known as “alimony,” is not appropriate in every divorce. It is generally awarded only while one spouse is unable to be self-sufficient. In those situations, the court can award spousal maintenance in an amount and for a period of time it...
In a contested divorce, you may need the court to determine how to divide your assets. Assuming you and your divorcing spouse cannot agree, you will need to obtain a valuation of the assets you plan to divide. You may also wish to analyze your income and expenses or...
When it comes to more affluent clients’ divorces, there are several important concerns. First, you want to be sure your divorce attorney understands how to divide complex assets, such as family businesses and professional practices. Next, can the process be handled at...