When dividing property in an Arizona divorce, there are many factors to consider. It is important to note that Arizona is a community property state. That means that most properties that were acquired after the couple was married will be shared equally regardless of...
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Year: 2023
Having a child-centered divorce in Arizona
No matter how careful the parents are, divorce is difficult on children. Whatever the reasons for divorce, Arizona parents will almost always prioritize the needs of their children. A child-centered divorce is almost the same as any other divorce, however, measures...
Creating a child support agreement outside of court
Going to Arizona family court to settle child support issues is often time-consuming and expensive. However, a judge will still need to approve the out-of-court settlement, so it's essential for parents to create a successful child support arrangement that covers all...
How to manage your finances after a divorce
The end of a marriage can be difficult for Arizona residents. In addition to the emotional and mental turmoil that divorce brings about, divorcees must face a new financial reality. If you’re going through a divorce, there are some steps you can take to improve your...
Dividing credit card perks in a divorce
In Arizona, marital assets are divided equally in a divorce. Generally speaking, anything acquired during the marriage is considered part of the marital estate. In some cases, any appreciation in an asset during the marriage will be considered joint property, even if...
The challenges of blending a family post-divorce
After parents divorce in Arizona, there might come a time when one or both parents will have significant others that they introduce to the children. As those new relationships develop, they might become a blended family consisting of a parent, stepparent and...
Tips on working out your summer co-parenting plan
Summer can be a difficult time for Arizona parents, especially those who are newly divorced. You may have had a set schedule during the school year, but now everything has changed. Summer is challenging as it is, but how do you cope when you have two households?...
How is custody determined when a couple divorces?
Each year, thousands of Arizona couples make the difficult decision to terminate their marriage. When these couples have children, one of the first questions that each party asks involves who gets custody of the children after the marriage. There are several factors...
Understanding the dynamics of physical and legal custody
Child custody can be a contentious issue for divorced parents in Arizona. They must determine various aspects, such as their children's living arrangements, parenting time division, and decision-making authority allocation. The pivotal point of these disputes often...
Parallel parenting as a child custody solution
Co-parenting after a divorce can be a delicate equation to solve, especially when there are ongoing conflicts or communication issues between the parents. Parallel parenting is a strategy that Arizona estranged couples can use in these situations to minimize contact...

