Are you thinking about filing for divorce in Arizona? For many, this process can be a daunting task. It’s no secret that divorce can turn into a complicated, lengthy, and even messy process. But it doesn’t always have to be so complex. Understanding the basic steps to starting your divorce can be useful and take…
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Can a Judge Order Your Spouse to Pay Legal Fees After a Separation?
No matter the circumstances, dissolving a marriage can be mentally and emotionally draining. If your spouse is the primary earner in your household, you may wonder how you will be able to afford the costs associated with a divorce. In some cases, you may want to request to have your former spouse pay for your…
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Active vs. Passive Appreciation: What’s the Difference
Getting a divorce is difficult enough. When you co-own a home or business with your spouse, it can become even more complicated and emotional. If you’re wondering how this type of situation is worked out, this post is for you. We’ll cover everything you need to know about divorce for home or business owners, including…
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5 Things to Consider Before Fighting for Sole Custody
If your first instinct is to fight for sole custody of your child in a divorce, that’s perfectly understandable. After all, you’ve thus far had unlimited access to your little loved one. No one would blame you for not wanting that to change. However, fighting for sole custody is not always beneficial for the parent…
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Divorcing an Angry Spouse? 4 Important Tips to Ease the Process
Divorce is an emotional time. If you or your spouse are experiencing anger throughout the process, that is normal and expected. However, there is a definite line between anger that doesn’t hinder the process and unproductive anger. If you feel like your spouse’s anger is affecting your ability to navigate the divorce proceedings, you may…
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What Are the Risks of Not Paying Alimony in Arizona?
Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony, is commonly ordered in Arizona divorce cases. Oftentimes, the spouse responsible for making the payments faces difficult financial circumstances, and missing a payment might cross their mind. Regardless of the economics of their situation, the responsible spouse should do everything in their power to fulfill their court-mandated obligation. The…
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4 Reasons to Contest Your Divorce
Amicable and drama-free divorces do indeed exist. But let’s face it, the norm is for there to be at least a splash of drama in most divorce proceedings. In many cases, there’s enough volatility to warrant a contesting divorce. Contested and Uncontested Divorces In Arizona, a divorce starts when one spouse files a petition for…
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The Challenges of Divorcing a Narcissist
What Should you Expect when Divorcing a Narcissist? No divorce is without its measure of pain. Even in the most amicable collaborative divorces where the parties easily come to an agreement on all terms, there is likely at least a pang of pain or sadness over the failure of what was once a happy marriage….
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The Emergence of Divorce Registries
How do Newly Single People Start Over after Divorce? Phoenix divorce attorneys see many clients come into their offices knowing only that they want out of their marriage. They often don’t know what the process of divorce entails or what to expect after the divorce. When a divorcing couple has minor children, working out the…
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Getting Your Name Changed After Divorce
Divorce marks a big change in a person’s life. As part of marking that change, many women decide to go back to using a previous name or their maiden name once a divorce has been finalized. The good news is that most states, Arizona included, make the process relatively easy. It does, however, involve multiple…
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