Q: Should I consider divorce mediation? Getting a divorce in Arizona doesn’t have to be an ugly courtroom drama. Phoenix mediation attorneys know that if couples are willing to consider mediation–working with an impartial third-party in an attempt to amicably resolve their issues–they can maintain better control of the outcome of their divorce. Specifically, divorcing…

Q: When is mediation appropriate and what are the benefits? Divorce is stressful, but in many cases there is a process that may alleviate some of the anxiety that comes from dissolving the marriage and finding a new “normal” for your family. The process is called mediation. A mediator is a neutral third-party who assists…

How much does it cost to get a divorce? A recent magazine article on this topic when viral when it offered a crazy range of $250 to “well over $100,000.” In Arizona, you are going to pay more than $250 because it most counties it costs more than that to file the necessary paperwork with…

Is Arizona a community property state? Going through a divorce can be a difficult process that raises emotional and financial challenges. These can become even more trying if the divorcing spouses cannot come to an agreement on the main issues that must be resolved, particularly the division of property. What is community property? For all…

Is adultery still a crime in Arizona? Marriages end for many reasons and infidelity can lead a couple on the path to divorce. What many individuals may not realize is that adultery is actually illegal in some states. Under Arizona law, for example, if a married individual files a complaint claiming that his or her…

How Do I Choose a Mediator? The vast majority of divorce cases are not resolved through a trial. They settle at some point in the process before the issues are submitted to a judge to make the decision. Most cases are settled through negotiations involving lawyers for both sides who work out an agreement for…

What Role Does Mediation Play in a Family Law Case? Mediation can be very helpful in resolving disputes in divorce and family law cases depending on the issues involved and the goals and personalities of the parties. Mediation involves a neutral third party meeting with the spouses and their respective attorneys to attempt to resolve…