Three Questions to Ask to Protect Your Financial Health in Divorce

Zachary Mushkatel | Divorce
Our Phoenix divorce lawyers list three questions to ask to protect your financial health in divorce.
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    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 taking steps to protect your financial health before and during divorce,

    Start by asking three important questions:

    • What obstacles should I expect if I go through with a divorce? Although you should speak to an attorney before you begin, your first step may depend in part on whether or not you expect a contentious split. If you expect conflict, your attorney can help you take specific precautions to protect your assets and resources early in the process.
    • What are our assets and liabilities? To answer this question, you may need to gather some financial information. Bank statements, insurance policies, investment paperwork, mortgage paperwork, and other information can help you determine your financial position. Your attorney will also need to review this information in order to provide sound advice and representation during the divorce process.
    • Will support be a concern? Spousal support, once known as “alimony,” is not awarded in all divorces because it is not always necessary. The presence of minor children will require a determination as to how visitation and decision making will be divided between the two parents. Your attorney can also help by explaining how Arizona law applies to your situation.

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    If you still have unanswered questions or are looking for representation, call Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C. at (480) 467-3434 for a consultation.

    Author: Zachary Mushkatel
    Zachary Mushkatel

    Zachary Mushkatel is a founding attorney of Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C., who has practiced law in Arizona since 2004.

    He also practices before the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

    A graduate of the University of Arizona and the University of Minnesota Law School, he started his career as a public defender and entered private practice in criminal defense.

    In 2008, Zachary co-founded a firm dedicated to civil law in addition to criminal defense, and he has since expanded his practice to personal injury, estate planning and litigation, guardianships, conservatorships, probate, corporate litigation, real estate, and various civil matters.

    He serves on the board and faculty of the Arizona College of Trial Advocacy, and he is a past president and current member of the West Maricopa County Bar Association.

     

    Admitted to Arizona Bar – 2004

    Years of Experience – More than 20 years

    Named Super Lawyer in Arizona 2022- 2025

     

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