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A house is a major asset that becomes a highly contentious topic during divorce. Since Arizona is a community property state, the court normally divides marital assets equally between the divorcing spouses. But what many people want to know is: “How will our house be divided during divorce?” Some also... Read More

The fact that a final divorce decision has been issued in a particular case does not necessarily mean that the matter is over. It is possible to appeal a divorce order in Arizona. A disputed family law case that goes to trial and has a final judgment or ruling issued... Read More

People planning to file for divorce may be wondering what they need to bring when they consult with a lawyer and what the process entails. Preparing as much as they can before the proceedings begin will give them an advantage and help them keep a cool head.  Depending on the... Read More

The length of the divorce process depends primarily on how agreeable the two spouses are to each other. Some divorces can complete in just a few months, while others proceed to a trial that can last a year or more. Here are basic timelines of the Arizona divorce process. How... Read More

If you’re considering a divorce, legal separation, annulment, or child custody/support settlement in Arizona, you might be wondering if hiring an attorney is worth it. After all, legal counsel is an expensive investment. The truth is that you are always in a better position with legal representation, or at the... Read More

One of the major issues that divorcing couples have to deal with is whether or not the dependent spouse can stay on the health insurance plan after the divorce is finalized.  In Arizona, dependent spouses have the right to continuing health insurance coverage while the divorce proceedings are still ongoing.... Read More

Filing for a divorce can be confusing, especially when one takes into account the seemingly endless paperwork involved. Nevertheless, it’s essential to get things right when filing a petition for dissolution of marriage in court. A lawyer will be crucial during this process. They can help determine which documents are... Read More

Same-sex marriage has been legal in Arizona since 2014 and throughout the U.S. since 2015. With this legal recognition, spouses in a same-sex marriage have the same legal prerogatives that heterosexual couples have, and these include divorce. An LGBTQ divorce in Arizona follows the exact same procedure as “traditional” divorce.... Read More

Just as spouses divide their marital property when they are divorcing, they also need to split any debt that they incurred during their marriage. In general, the court divides the marital debt equally between the spouses, but there are many exceptions. How do Arizona courts divide the spouses’ debt during... Read More