Individuals preparing to file for divorce in Arizona or who were served by their spouses are often quite anxious about the future. Many people don't know what to expect during the property division process. Plenty of misinformation circulates about community property...
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Why divorce mediation is popular among those with young children
There are several ways for divorcing couples to approach the end of their marriage. In some cases, they might already have a written agreement clearly establishing how they intend to share property and parental rights with each other. Other times, they have to make...
Can one parent leave Arizona with their children post-divorce?
Arizona divorces often lead to major lifestyle changes. People move to new houses and start new relationships. If they share children with their spouses, they have to work out a parenting plan. It can be a very difficult process to negotiate an appropriate division of...
What does collaborative divorce involve?
There are many different ways for people to approach the divorce process. Some couples don't plan ahead and let their emotions dictate their actions. They employ a scorched-earth approach in which they fight over every last detail. They may end up in family court,...
Why many divorcing couples try to resolve issues via mediation
Some people preparing for divorce fantasize about vindication in family court. They imagine a judge chastising their spouse for their failings throughout the marriage or their misconduct in the early stages of divorce negotiations. Those with intense feelings about...
Why do many divorcing Arizona couples agree to mediation?
There are two well-known approaches to divorce in Arizona: traditional litigation and mediation. A traditional or "contested" divorce process may be appropriate in situations when spouses have disagreements about their children, their property division or child...
Orders of Protection Updates
by Benjamin Cunningham, Esq. In Arizona, there are at least 29 different laws that outline the actions a person can do that will meet the definition of Domestic Violence. These laws range from felonies like child abuse or aggravated assault (Shooting, Stabbing,...
Be mindful of these points if divorcing with a family business
The family business is usually a source of pride for the owners, but it can quickly become a significant point of contention if they go through a divorce. There are a few things to remember if you’re one of the individuals divorcing and trying to determine what’s...
Social media no-nos when going through divorce
Sometimes personal spats among divorcing couples carry over into social media. These types of public outbursts can lead you into dangerous territory, though. Airing out complaints, making accusations, and exaggerating events on social media regarding your estranged...
Important questions to ask yourself before seeking divorce
You've come to the conclusion that your marriage is more than just "shaky" and you've accepted that divorce may inevitable. You're ready to move forward with filing for divorce… almost. You don't want to make a rash decision, especially since you invested so much...
