Family Law Blog

Arizona Domestic Violence Laws

12 Feb 2021

What is Domestic Violence? Under Arizona law, “Domestic Violence” (“DV”) is not a crime, it is an enhancement. It is vital for you to understand “Domestic” and “Violence” are separate words. “Domestic” is defined by the relationship. DV enhancements are...

How Do I Respond To A Divorce Petition In Arizona?

02 Dec 2020

The divorce process begins with one spouse filing a divorce petition then serving (delivering) the papers to the other spouse. The spouse who receives the papers is called the respondent. If you have been served divorce papers in Arizona, you...

Divorce While Pregnant In Arizona – Top Questions Answered

14 Nov 2020

Some states allow the filing of divorce while one spouse is expecting a baby; in other states, this is prohibited. Many people come to us and ask: Can I file for divorce in Arizona while my spouse is pregnant? Or,...

How To Prepare For Divorce As A Man In Arizona

23 Oct 2020

Arizona law gives equal treatment to men and women in divorce, but as a man, you may have some specific concerns on your mind such as child custody, parenting time, finances, and more. How do you prepare yourself for an...

How Much Does It Cost To File For Child Custody In Arizona?

17 Aug 2020

If you are seeking child custody in Arizona, you will need to petition for it in court. Be prepared to cover some filing fees and other necessary expenses. Here is an overview of the Arizona child custody petition process and...

How Much Does It Cost To File For Divorce In Maricopa County?

22 Jul 2020

To file for divorce in Maricopa County you simply need to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage which costs $349. If you are on the receiving end of the divorce petition it will cost you $274 to file a...

How Do I Serve Divorce Papers In Arizona?

29 Jun 2020

In legal parlance, the “service” of papers is the required process of notifying the other party that you have filed something in court concerning them. If you have filed for divorce, you need to “serve” your spouse through any of...

How Do I Get Sole Custody In Arizona?

03 Jun 2020

It some cases, it may be best for one parent to have sole custody of their child, especially if the other parent has been involved in serious domestic issues such as child abuse or neglect. If you are seeking sole...

Arizona Community Property Law

19 May 2020

One of the most disputed aspects of divorce is the division of marital property. This is even more challenging in Arizona, which is one of the few ‘community property states’ in the US. What does this mean for divorcing spouses?...

Maricopa County Spousal Maintenance Guidelines

16 Apr 2020

Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony or spousal support, is something that many divorcing spouses ask about. Will one spouse be awarded alimony if they seek it? How much? And for how long? In Arizona, there are no hard-and-fast rules...