When a man is not married to a child’s mother, they may be unable to exercise parental rights like custody and legal decision-making. In essence, an unmarried father’s legal rights or obligations to a child are not automatic. For instance, a mother can deny them visitation rights. However, establishing paternity...
Financial disclosures are the backbone of productive mediation. They give everyone a clear picture of income, assets, debts, and monthly expenses so the conversation can focus on solutions. Think of this as building a complete, honest snapshot of your finances. The more organized you are, the smoother the process tends...
Mediation often helps families reach clear, practical agreements during divorce. After the court approves that agreement and includes it in the final decree, it becomes enforceable—meaning both sides are expected to follow it just like any other court order. Life keeps moving, though. Jobs change, kids grow, and schedules shift....
Divorce is often a difficult and emotional process, but when domestic violence is involved, the stakes are even higher. Domestic violence can be a reason or a personal ground for divorce. Disagreements during divorce proceedings can also lead to domestic violence. Whether divorce triggers abuse or domestic violence is the...
Property division is among the most contentious divorce issues. It can make a divorce emotional, long, and legally complex. While most people focus on asset division, debt division is just as important. In some cases, it is even more complex. Since Arizona is a community property state, the law treats...
Family law covers some of the most intimate and emotional legal issues, including divorce, child custody and support, alimony, and paternity disputes. Since these issues involve close family or domestic relationships, they can have long-term psychological effects for everyone involved. It is therefore critical to understand and address family law...
Family law governs some of the most personal and emotional aspects of people’s lives, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, adoption, and paternity disputes. Unfortunately, many people approach these legal situations armed with myths and misconceptions that can lead to costly mistakes. It is therefore crucial to understand Arizona family...
Family court hearings can be emotionally and legally complex. Whether it’s a child custody dispute, divorce proceedings, or a support modification, how you prepare can significantly influence the outcome. In Arizona, family law courts expect both parties to be organized, respectful, and ready to present relevant facts. It’s crucial to understand...
Family law refers to a broad area of law that governs family relationships and domestic issues. This could include divorce proceedings, child custody cases, prenuptial agreements, adoption, and foster care. Family law has evolved to also cover related issues like estate planning and domestic violence restraining orders. Family and domestic matters...
Ending a marriage in Arizona can be emotional, time-consuming, and expensive. Critical divorce issues like child support and custody, asset division, and alimony often involve adversarial negotiations. But, not all divorces are confrontational. More divorcing couples are opting for less confrontational out-of-court alternatives to traditional court proceedings, including collaborative divorce. Unlike...
