You could write an entire book on the different ways that having a father figure in their lives can help children thrive and succeed. It is very clear from study after study that children simply do better on a multitude of fronts when they have good relationships with...
Adverse life events often occur with little or no prior warning. Not only can they permanently alter your life, but they can also incur unexpected expenses. Divorce may be among the most expensive of such unexpected events. The cost of a divorce from start to finish...
If you have been a resident of Maricopa County for at least 90 days, you are eligible to file for an Arizona divorce. Part of the divorce process is completing and submitting the disclosure statement in compliance with Rule 49, but what does this mean? About Rule...
Even from the very first conversation you have with your children about your divorce -- perhaps the one in which you inform them about what you and your spouse have decided -- you want to give them a chance to continue to ask questions as they arise. This can be hard...
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...
Spending time with your children is one of the most important things that you can do. Even if you don't accomplish anything -- a major way that adults gauge how valuable their time was -- it still shows the children that you care and that you love them. Committing to...
One of the things people facing divorce fear the most is the financial impact on their lives. You are losing the support of your spouse and half of your marital assets. However, divorce also comes with a few financial benefits. Avoid the negatives. Take advantage of...
The asset division portion of a divorce often takes some time, especially if the couple has many assets. The process can also experience some slowdown if there is a lot of debt. Credit card debt, specifically, is challenging because of its unsecured status. U.S. News...
Like many Arizonans, you share your life with a furry friend or two. This makes sense, as there are many benefits to owning a dog. If you and your spouse are heading for divorce, you may not mind giving up the car, furniture or artwork. You may not even object to...