If you no longer live with your son or daughter's other parent, it may be necessary to make monthly child support payments. The amount that you pay each month is generally determined by Arizona state guidelines and other factors that may be relevant in your case. A...
Family Law
Why your Arizona attorney should prioritize you
We of course want to believe that our attorneys have our best interests at heart. It’s literally their job to have your best interests in mind as you trust them to negotiate for you. In family law, determining best interests might be difficult for some clients to...
Key points about requirements for relocating with a child
For Arizona parents who have divorced and have a child custody and visitation agreement, any proposed change will likely stoke concern. If a custodial parent wants to relocate to another area, this can cause a dispute. Both should be aware of how the court will decide...
The difference between legal and physical custody
Divorcing couples in Arizona who will be entering into co-parenting agreements should be aware of two important terms: legal custody and physical custody. These two terms will play a big role in the way a child is raised, and they can be granted to both parents or to...
What should you think about when choosing a family law attorney?
Maybe you are seeking a divorce or custody of your children. Neither of these are easy tasks — especially not on your own. These legal actions often involve a lot time and a complex set of rules. Having friends or a therapist to lean can be useful. But achieving a...
Should you fight to keep your home in an Arizona divorce?
Couples going through divorces often fight over what they view as the most important terms for the end of their marriage. In many relationships, the house that you lived in will be the biggest asset you and your spouse share. Your marital home could become the center...
Coping with “parenting guilt” after a divorce
Divorce is extremely stressful for the spouses involved. However, it's also challenging if there are any children in your family. It usually means you have to drag your kids and their lives into your separation. Due to the stress, parents often experience a tremendous...
Why are women happier than men after divorce?
Splitting from your husband can be bittersweet. But a recent study shows you might be happier than your soon-to-be-ex after it's over. A recent survey from the United Kingdom examined the happiness and satisfaction of both men and women after divorce. And according to...
Important documents for child custody
Parents in Arizona who try to gain custody of their children should be aware of the important documents they need to bring to their custody hearings. Having the relevant paperwork may help boost their case in front of the judge. A record of pertinent phone calls...
Identifying hidden assets in a divorce
When Arizona couples are ending their marriage and one spouse tries to hide assets from the other, there are a number of ways in which this might be done. The other spouse might be able to discover them by reviewing tax records and other financial records. For...
