Category: Family Law

Couples who are in the divorce process in Arizona and who have children under age 18 should create a written “parenting plan” for several reasons. Parenting plans spell out important details, such as which parent will take care of the child at which times and which parent will have legal custody. If…

Each year, about 1.4 million U.S. couples go through the divorce process. While some divorcing spouses emerge from the process in a fairly good position, others face financial and legal headaches that may last for years. Why the difference? Not all couples take the time to learn about and avoid…

Arizona courts follow specific guidelines when deciding whether either parent should pay child support, and if so, how much the amount should be. The purpose of child support is to help cover the child’s basic needs – things like shelter, food, clothing, and medical care. Arizona’s child support guidelines are…

If you’re considering a divorce in Arizona, you probably have many questions about how the process works. Here are a few of the most commonly asked and answered questions about Arizona divorce law. Do I need grounds to file for divorce? Arizona is a “no-fault” state when it comes to divorce,…