Couples going through a divorce in Arizona often grapple with the division of assets. One significant aspect that comes into focus is the treatment of businesses in the context of community property. Understanding whether a business is community property is important...
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Teenagers’ input in custody decisions for Arizona divorces
Divorce can be particularly challenging for families, and when it comes to determining child custody, the well-being and best interests of the child remain the top priority. In Arizona, the court considers various factors, including the child's wishes, when making...
What to consider when you start dating after a divorce
Entering the dating world can be tricky, especially if you are going through a divorce and have not dated in many years. The decision on when to start dating again is a personal decision--one that you should consider carefully. Many of my clients start dating new...
Divorce and retirement assets in Arizona
In Arizona, property acquired by either of the spouses during the marriage belongs to both of them, even if the other spouse didn't take part in obtaining that property. So, how are retirement assets treated during marriage dissolution? Read on to find out more about...
Take the complexity out of shared expenses in child custody
Many aspects of child custody are difficult for parents to deal with. The shared expenses for the child are one of the issues that is going to continue plague your parenting relationship if you don't work with your ex to set up a clear plan for handling them.These...
Child support modification tips to help you avoid trouble
Paying child support can be a challenge, but you know that this is one of the best ways to ensure that your child continues to live the life he or she deserves.At some point, you could find that you are unable to make your child support payments in full. While you...
Are you being ‘gaslighted’ by a partner?
When most people hear the words "domestic violence," they typically think of the physical abuse perpetrated on the victims. While it's true that this form is potentially lethal, psychological abuse can leave life-long psychic scars.Beware of "gaslighting" Abusers can...
How do you get a child support modification?
If the court requires you to make child support payments, it's important that you do so in full and on time every month. You don't want to miss payments, as this can get you into all types of trouble.But what happens if you are no longer able to afford your child...
Why are Arizona kids being seized and put in state custody?
One of the scariest experiences children can endure is being removed from their parents' homes. Unfortunately, due to neglect and abuse, sometimes removing them is necessary to protect them from further harm.But as we detailed in an earlier blog post this summer, when...
The clash of federal and state pot laws in Arizona
If you are an Arizona resident who suffers from one or more disabling medical condition, you may have been paying close attention to recent developments surrounding the legalization of the use of medical marijuana.Seven years ago, Arizona voters passed the state's...