Arizona Divorce & Family Law Blog

Absent Parents Rights in Arizona

24 Oct 2022

There are unfortunately many family situations where at least one parent has taken off from the child’s life. The child is left to the care of the remaining custodial parent or other family members, and grows up without the presence and guidance of the parent who left. Yet in some...

Do You Have to Pay Child Support If You Get 50/50 Custody in Arizona?

30 Sep 2022

Some people assume that the parent who doesn’t get primary custody of their child will be the one paying child support. This isn’t necessarily true. In Arizona, child custody is only one of the many factors that the court considers when determining child support. Just because one parent gets primary...

How to Get an Order of Protection Dismissed in Arizona

01 Sep 2022

An Order of Protection is a court order that’s meant to shield victims of domestic violence from their offenders. It can order the defendant to cease contact with the alleged victim, keep away from the alleged victim’s home, and in some cases, relinquish parental rights if they have children. If...

Who Gets the House in a Divorce in Arizona?

10 Aug 2022

A house is a major asset that becomes a highly contentious topic during divorce. Since Arizona is a community property state, the court normally divides marital assets equally between the divorcing spouses. But what many people want to know is: “How will our house be divided during divorce?” Some also...

How to Appeal a Divorce Decree in Arizona

25 Jul 2022

The fact that a final divorce decision has been issued in a particular case does not necessarily mean that the matter is over. It is possible to appeal a divorce order in Arizona. A disputed family law case that goes to trial and has a final judgment or ruling issued...

What Age Can a Child Decide Not to Visit Non-Custodial Parent in Arizona?

07 Jul 2022

Visitation rights allow a parent who doesn’t have custody to spend time with their children. In Arizona, family court judges take into consideration the child’s interests and preferences when deciding cases involving visitation rights. State law requires the child to be of suitable age and maturity level before they can...

Arizona Divorce Checklist

25 Jun 2022

People planning to file for divorce may be wondering what they need to bring when they consult with a lawyer and what the process entails. Preparing as much as they can before the proceedings begin will give them an advantage and help them keep a cool head. Depending on the...

How Long Does Divorce Take in Arizona?

10 May 2022

The length of the divorce process depends primarily on how agreeable the two spouses are to each other. Some divorces can complete in just a few months, while others proceed to a trial that can last a year or more. Here are basic timelines of the Arizona divorce process. How...

Do I Need a Lawyer for my Arizona Divorce?

15 Apr 2022

If you’re considering a divorce, legal separation, annulment, or child custody/support settlement in Arizona, you might be wondering if hiring an attorney is worth it. After all, legal counsel is an expensive investment. The truth is that you are always in a better position with legal representation, or at the...

Can You Stay on Your Spouse’s Health Insurance After Divorce in Arizona?

02 Mar 2022

One of the major issues that divorcing couples have to deal with is whether or not the dependent spouse can stay on the health insurance plan after the divorce is finalized. In Arizona, dependent spouses have the right to continuing health insurance coverage while the divorce proceedings are still ongoing....

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