In divorce, dividing jointly-held assets can be challenging for many couples. However, the court may not divide some of the assets in their household. What should you know about this separate property? What is separate property? In a divorce, a couple's property falls...
Entrepreneurs and business owners all make significant investments in their business. This can leave them wondering how a divorce might impact those investments and the future of their company. One key step for business owners and their spouses is valuing the...
Arizona courts work to divide a couple’s property equitably in divorce. However, in some cases, a fair division of property is not enough to provide one spouse with the support they need after their marriage ends. In these cases, a spouse may be able to request...
When a couple decides to go their separate ways, the court divides their possessions between them. However, that does not necessarily mean that you and your spouse will end your marriage with an equal share of the property in your household. What should you know about...
Parenting your child involves a wide variety of different tasks, from ensuring that they get to school on time to making decisions that will help them grow up happy and healthy. When you and your ex share legal custody of your child, though, you may face the challenge...
Having the right insurance is crucial. If disaster strikes, it can cover your losses and keep you from having a financial meltdown. It’s also useful when you need to be able to guarantee you’ll meet your financial obligations. If you’re getting a divorce, you may...
If you’re considering divorce but are waiting until after the holidays before you file, you are not alone. Many people plan on filing for divorce in January. While you wait, however, there are a few things you can get done that will make the process easier once you do...
When you file for divorce, one of the main issues is the division of your marital property. For most people, retirement savings make up a significant portion of their assets. How do you divide these fairly – and why is a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO)...
Yes. There may be specific orders pertaining to your particular case, such as a temporary parenting order or a temporary order for spousal maintenance during the divorce. However, it’s important to know that there is a general court order, called a preliminary...
If you’re a collector, you may have to divide the value of your collection in your divorce. Whether it’s wine, coins, stamps, trading cards or other valuables, your collection could be considered part of the community estate. Even if you bought most of your collection...