In many cases, divorcing parents are able to agree on child custody and draw up a parenting plan to present to the court. In other cases, however, child custody is the most contentious issue in a divorce. In a divorce, depending on the ruling of the court, you may be awarded sole…
While the divorce rate among the general population in the United States experienced a mild reduction, the rate of people older than fifty (50) seeking divorces has skyrocketed. In the past twenty (20) years, the senior divorce rate has doubled. Divorce can be complicated and difficult for anyone, but divorce…
Divorce can be complicated and can become even more so when issues of child custody and visitation are involved. More and more, questions concerning child visitation rights not only extend to the spouses of a dissolved marriage, but also to the grandparents of the children involved in custody battles. For instance,…
When a couple divorces, the parties must consider their shared assets and can benefit from trying to reach a settlement regarding how to divide property, money, debt. Working with an experienced Arizona family law attorney can help you protect your legal rights and your financial health as you navigate the divorce process. When…
Arizona law defines “community property” as “all property (including debts) acquired by either the husband or wife during the marriage.” This broad definition extends not only to major acquisitions like investments, real estate, or vehicles, but also to small items like jewelry, antiques, and household goods. One of the key…
If you have teenagers, you have likely already realized that you will need to talk to them about your plans for divorce. Your teen(s) may already realize that your relationship with your spouse is strained, and it is appropriate for you to discuss the future with your child(ren). Talking to…
Child support laws in Arizona compel a parent to provide financial support for his or her children when he or she does not or cannot participate substantially in raising the children. If you are a parent of minor children considering divorce in Arizona, please do not hesitate to speak to…
During the divorce process, emotions can run high. Parents frequently have questions about child custody and support, as most parents want to ensure that their children or teens are not negatively affected by the divorce and continue to have the support of both their parents. Knowledge about common issues involved in child custody…
Arizona law allows grandparents to seek visitation rights with their grandchildren in certain situations. Are you are a grandparent seeking to establish or protect your right to see your grandchildren? A few “first steps” to consider include asking: Is the relationship in the child’s best interests? This is the primary question the…
When child custody issues are resolved during an Arizona divorce, two key questions must be answered: how legal decisions will be made for the child and how parents will share time actually spent with the child. Because custody decisions depend on many factors that are unique to each family, the best…
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