When you get divorced, dividing assets is one of the major steps you have to take. For those without children, it is perhaps the most important step. Unfortunately, people sometimes want to keep their spouses from getting what they deserve, so they look for ways to...
People often want to “win” in their divorce, even though it is not a contest. Winning can take different forms depending on someone's priorities. Some parents try to punish their spouse by depriving them of time with their shared children. Others want to win by...
When you decide to get divorced, one thing you have to ask yourself is whether or not your spouse is actually going to be honest during the process. They are required to disclose all of the assets that you both own -- as you are -- but they may be tempted to hide some...
No matter what led to your decision to move on in life without the person you married, as you look ahead and plan for the future, there are numerous issues you must resolve in accordance with Arizona law before you can achieve a fair settlement. Divorce is stressful,...
You have probably heard people say that absence makes the heart grow fonder, which just means that two people in a romantic relationship will care more about each other if they have to spend time apart. But is that really true? While it may be in some cases, studies...
When Arizonans decide to get divorced, they might have to deal with property division, spousal support, child custody and child support. Once they have worked out agreements about each of these issues, they might also want to think about life insurance in case the...
Arizona is a community property state, which means that all property and debts acquired during marriage belong to both spouses. When couples file for divorce in a community property state, each spouse is entitled to half of all community property. By contrast, many...
Spousal support is not an automatic part of divorce. This may concern you, or it may provide relief, depending on your circumstances. Whether you are hoping to receive alimony or fighting to avoid it, having a general understanding of how a spouse may qualify for...
A divorce financial specialist may be a useful professional for some Arizona couples to work with during a divorce. In particular, people with complex assets or who are unfamiliar with the marital finances may benefit from their expertise. This can include experience...
When an Arizona couple chooses to end their marriage, one or both parties often have some form of company-sponsored retirement plan. Every retirement account represents a marital asset, and the departing spouses must divide the funds as part of the divorce....