Family Law Blog

Arizona allows you to file for divorce yourself and go through the process without a lawyer. On paper, this may seem straightforward, especially if you’ve seen those do-it-yourself forms online. However, a so-called DIY divorce has led to undesirable outcomes... Read More

From a legal standpoint, it usually doesn’t matter in Arizona who files for divorce first. Arizona follows a “no-fault” approach, meaning that if one spouse wants a divorce, they don’t have to provide evidence that the other spouse did something... Read More

By law, Arizona does not require marriage counseling before granting divorce, but there are many divorce situations where the spouses have to undergo some type of counseling. One spouse, for example, may request the court for conciliation services. Another situation... Read More

Arizona has an unclear response to this question. The  judge in each case ultimately decides what to grant or to distribute to both sides. Any final divorce decree typically includes an equitable property distribution, child custody decisions, support decrees, and... Read More

Not all divorce cases are a costly legal battle. Some couples manage to dissolve their marriage faster and more easily through an uncontested divorce. What is it, and is it right for you? Here are answers to some common questions.... Read More