Feb 22, 2022 | Uncategorized, Community Property, Division of Property, Property Division, Separate Property
“I was left an inheritance; do I have to share it in my divorce?” This is a very common question Family Law attorneys are asked. The answer depends on how you handle the money. Arizona is a community property state. This means that almost all assets, both...
Mar 26, 2021 | Co-Parenting, Custody, Dispute Resolution, Division of Property, Divorce, Joint Custody, Legal Decision-Making, Mediation, Parental Conflict, Parenting, Property Division, Separation, Shared Parenting, Uncategorized
Divorce can be stressful and confusing. It’s always good to have a plan. So to assure that your divorce goes smoothly, follow these steps – from A to Z. A – Ask questions – If you have a question for your attorney, ask it! Asking questions can help you to stay...
Sep 3, 2018 | Cooling Off Period, Division of Property, Divorce, Family Law, Uncategorized
Going through a divorce can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Making the decision to dissolve your marriage (file for divorce) can be emotionally taxing, especially if there are children involved. The end of a marriage can also be a confusing...
Jul 23, 2016 | Civil Unions, Division of Property, Divorce, Domestic Partnerships, Marriage, Property Division, Same-Sex Marriage, Same-Sex Marriage; Gay Marriage; Marriage
I have recently been asked, by a number of people, whether Arizona recognizes Domestic Partnerships, and how it compares to marital rights. Domestic partnerships are recognized in Arizona, but only for limited purposes, such as where a patient in a hospital is unable...
Nov 24, 2015 | Community Property Law, Division of Property, Divorce, Family Law, Property Division, Separate Property
One of the first and most vital steps in a divorce is figuring out the division of property. Naturally, people want to know how Arizona courts will divide their property. Below are some of the most commonly asked questions that I hear from clients: How does Arizona...
Jul 13, 2012 | Child Support, Custody, Division of Property, Divorce, Enforcement Actions, Grandparent Rights, Modification Actions, Non-Parent Rights, Paternity, Spousal Maintenance
“Change is constant. For some people, especially those who come from bigger companies, the constant change can be somewhat unsettling at first. We must all learn not only to not fear change, but to embrace it enthusiastically and, perhaps even more important, to...