Your final divorce hearing is where the court reviews your agreements, asks clarifying questions, and confirms that both spouses understand the terms of the divorce. It is typically brief, structured, and focused on completing the legal requirements so the judge can sign the decree. You can expect the judge to review issues like property division,…

Preparing for divorce often starts long before filing. You might be wondering how to take control of your finances before the process begins. The steps generally include organizing financial documents, understanding what you owe and what you own, opening individual accounts, and building independent credit. Many people also benefit from talking with financial professionals and…

Divorce is both an emotional and legal process that unfolds in stages. As emotions shift from denial to acceptance, so do the decisions that shape custody, property division, and financial outcomes. Understanding how grief and stress influence your thinking can help you make choices that protect your long-term well-being and your family’s future. Recognizing when…

Divorce negotiations can feel like a balancing act. Each decision affects your financial security, your children’s well-being, and your future stability. While it may be tempting to fight for every point, successful outcomes often come from knowing when to hold firm and when to compromise. The art of strategic concessions is about protecting your most…

Divorce is already stressful enough without adding avoidable mistakes that can harm your financial and custody outcomes. Courts in Arizona expect both parties to act in good faith and follow the rules. When you make certain missteps during the process, it can reduce your credibility, delay the case, and even jeopardize your settlement. Below, we…

Divorce is always personal, but the numbers behind it tell us a lot about where families stand today. By looking at recent statistics, demographic shifts, and the ways people resolve disputes, we can better understand what divorce looks like in 2025. For Arizona couples, this data offers both perspective and guidance when making decisions about…

Divorce can be a long process, and for many people, the thought of starting fresh with someone new can be tempting. While Arizona law doesn’t prohibit you from dating before your divorce is final, it’s important to understand how doing so might affect your case. The decisions you make during this time can have an…

When you go through a divorce, one of the biggest concerns is how decisions about your children will be made. In Arizona, this includes important choices about their education, from which school they attend to decisions about special programs, tutoring, or extracurricular activities. We understand how important these decisions are for your child’s future, and…