There is no one-size-fits-all solution for settling a divorce. Just as each family is unique, various paths exist for resolving a split, even if the process is contentious. One decision a couple must make is between mediation and litigation. These two approaches have...
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How to decide who gets the family home in a divorce
Divorce can be tough, especially when it comes to deciding who gets the family home. Determining who keeps the house involves careful thought and understanding of Arizona's laws. If couples can not agree, divorce courts can decide. This avenue often leads to more...
Is your business community property in Arizona?
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...
How to explain to your children you are getting divorced
One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is breaking the news to your children. Of course, it is important to handle this conversation with care and sensitivity to help them cope with the changes that lie ahead. Always prioritize your children's well-being during...
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...
3 reasons an increasing number of men seek and obtain alimony
Alimony, also known as spousal support, was traditionally a way to financially support divorced women who could not earn their income due to societal constraints. Nowadays, divorce remedies evolved from this historical tradition. All spouses seek and obtain alimony,...
Can my ex and I benefit from a co-parenting app?
Arizona couples divorce for many reasons, and some breakups are amicable. But many are not. If you and your ex-spouse have kids together, you already understand that divorce doesn’t mean your relationship is over. Your children’s future is the priority, and working...
How social media posts can be used in child custody hearings
Exercise caution! While many parents enjoy uploading pictures of their children on social media, few realize the consequences of a careless post when they later appear in family court. No matter the state of your relationship with the other parent or relatives,...
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...
Do you have to sell your marital home in an Arizona divorce?
When divorcing, you must address what to do with your marital home. Arizona is a community property state, requiring spouses to divide all marital assets fairly. That usually (but not always) means 50/50. Since it is impossible to cut your house in half, you must...