Archive for September 2016
What To Expect at a Divorce Mediation
Preparing for mediation in an attempt to resolve disputes with your spouse for a pending divorce can be stressful and overwhelming. You may have thoughts of a cold, uninviting room surrounding by your adversarial soon-to-be-ex-spouse and a bunch of lawyers. Do not fret. The mediation process can actually be a great opportunity to get your…
Read MoreRelocating After a Divorce
A common issue divorcing spouses encounter with children is when one spouse plans to relocate to a different state and seeks to bring the child with them. This can result in contentious custody fights concerning visitation and child support. Courts are skeptical of relocation requests by a spouse unless evidence is available to show that…
Read MoreChild Support Payments From a Divorce
A common concern raised by individuals going through a divorce is whether they will be ruined financially after marital assets are divided and support for your child and spouse are calculated. Under Arizona law, specifically A.R.S. 25-501(A), parents are legally obligated to provide “reasonable support” for any children under the age of 18. This legal…
Read MoreCommon Questions About Prenuptial Agreements
You have met the love of your life and are planning to get married. Along with wedding plans and contemplating your future together, a thought enters your mind – do I need a prenuptial agreement? That question can only be answered by you. Nevertheless, some important questions about these contracts can be answered by a…
Read MoreDo Not Struggle Alone
The “Ask Amy” advice column in the Arizona Daily Star recently featured a sad, but quite common, situation that many spouses encounter. The spouse, an unhappy wife, explained her situation: We have been married for eight years. After we were married, I bought a house (encouraged by him, he is a carpenter and said we…
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