Arizona Divorce & Family Law Blog

How is Child Custody Determined in Arizona?

02 Dec 2019

Filing for a divorce is a painful decision to make especially when there are children involved. Child custody decisions often make the divorce process more difficult. In cases involving child custody, the general rule in Arizona never changes – the child’s best interest is paramount. The best outcome is for...

How Long Do You Have To Be Separated Before Divorce In Arizona?

16 Nov 2019

Arizona does not require you to be separated from your spouse before you can get divorced. You do, however, have to wait for a period of time before your divorce is finalized. Here is a basic timeline of how long it takes to get divorced in Arizona. Residency Requirement –...

How Much Does A Divorce Lawyer Cost In Arizona?

01 Nov 2019

How much will you spend on a lawyer-handled Arizona divorce? According to a Lawyers.com survey, total costs for an Arizona divorce range from $4,000 to $28,000, with the average being $13,000. Let’s take a closer look at lawyer fees and other expenses an Arizona divorce may include. Cost Of A...

Modifying Parenting Time In Arizona

20 Oct 2019

Modification of parenting time is the process to change an existing visitation order or parenting time decree regarding your child. In Arizona, you will need to request the court to grant this change, provided you satisfy certain qualifications. Here is an overview of this process in Arizona. There are two...

How Do I File For Divorce In Arizona?

02 Oct 2019

Divorce in Arizona is formally known as a dissolution of marriage. Here is an overview of the procedures involved in filing for a divorce in this state. Before you can file for divorce, you must satisfy what is commonly called the residency requirement, although it involves more than having an...

How Do I Get Full Custody of My Child in Arizona?

20 Sep 2019

Many Arizona couples contemplating divorce delay filing because they are concerned about child custody issues. Custody is a legal arrangement specifying which parent will make decisions affecting the child’s wellbeing. Although that suggests exclusive physical custody, in most cases the non-custodial parent is still allowed time with the child. Major...

Arizona Child Custody: Moving Out of State

09 Sep 2019

It’s not uncommon for one parent to move to another city or state after a divorce, often due to a new job, new educational opportunities for the children, or a fresh start on life. If both parties disagree over the handling of custody after the relocation, then the court will...

What Is Considered Parental Kidnapping In Arizona?

30 Aug 2019

We often think of kidnapping as something done by strangers using force or violence. However, there is such a thing as parental kidnapping, where a parent takes their own child without authorization, particularly when they keep the child away from the other parent. What constitutes parental kidnapping in Arizona? Could...

Is Arizona a Mother’s State?

20 Aug 2019

When a marriage ends, the divorcing parents must continue caring for their child. If the parents fail to reach an agreeable arrangement to raise the child, the court can make a decision based on the child’s best interests. This judgment includes which parent has the legal decision-making authority and how...

Arizona Child Custody Laws: Unmarried Parents

15 Aug 2019

In Arizona, unmarried parents enjoy the same protections that married parents have as far as child custody and other parental rights are concerned. The primary factor that family courts consider when making decisions is whether the outcome is for the child’s best interests rather than the parents. When parents are...

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