Mediation is increasingly common in divorce. Some Arizona courts frequently refer divorcing couples to mediation, and many couples choose mediation on their own. Indeed, some studies have found that as many as 93% of divorces now try some form of alternative dispute...
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CDFA provides divorce-related financial guidance
A divorce in Arizona requires both people to divide their financial lives so that they can move forward as single people. Your final divorce settlement will specify your division of property and support payments, if applicable. A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst...
Addressing new relationships to your children following divorce
For Arizona parents who are moving on with their lives and becoming involved in a new romantic relationship after a divorce, there are inevitable concerns that must be addressed. Knowing how is imperative to make the process easier on the child. Parents should think...
Hidden expenses can drive up the costs of a divorce
When divorcing spouses contemplate the financial costs of ending their Arizona marriages, they think about things like legal expenses and running a household on one income instead of two. What they often fail to consider are the hidden costs of divorce like obtaining...
The narcissist and your divorce
Suppose you are married to someone in Arizona who is considered a narcissist. In that case, you might experience various forms of emotional abuse, lies, cheating, and other actions that can make the marriage feel overwhelming. While making the decision to divorce...
How are collectibles assessed and divided in a divorce?
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...
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...
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...
Choose the best legal pathway for your divorce
Divorce is a life-altering experience for Arizona couples, no matter how well you take it. One of the biggest decisions you must make when getting divorced is which legal pathway to follow. Several options are available, and each has advantages and disadvantages....