Pre & Postnuptial Agreements: What You Need to Know As you plan for your new life as a married couple, the last thing you probably want to think about is what will happen if your marriage ends in divorce. The thought of this makes many couples shy away from the idea of a prenuptial agreement, even when this document could make things easier in several ways. Many people have not heard of the term, let alone be aware of the benefits of a postnuptial agreement. To help you ensure a smoother relationship throughout your marriage, and even more so in the event that your marriage ends, here are ..read more

Areas to Consider When You Divide a Marital Business During a Divorce Some couples have to divide their businesses during a divorce. This can be a complicated process, so doing your research, and using your knowledge can certainly help the situation. There are three options at your disposal to understand before choosing the best option for your situation. These three options are briefly described below: 1. Buy-Out Your Partner Buying out the other partner is an option many couples prefer. As an example, you have a marital business worth one million dollars, and the divorce agreement has given ..read more

Paternity Testing: The Single Parent’s Need for Legal Guidance Paternity of a child is not always as easy to determine as people would like. The test may become necessary even when one of the parents has no doubts. Either parent may deny their role out of fear, anger, or for many other reasons. A paternity test can prove helpful for some, but it can also add legal concerns. Learn how legal guidance can help parents go through this complicated process. Possible Unexpected Results The man who proves to be the father may not be the one expected. If a paternity test proves the father is not the hu ..read more

How to Get Private School Costs Included in Child Support During a divorce, the court will not automatically include private school costs in child support calculations. You have to convince the court of the need for private school. Below are some things you may need to prove to strengthen your case. You Want to Maintain the Status Quo You have a better chance of success if the child is already in a private school. Your divorce should have minimum impact on your kids. If the child is already in a private school, then you will disrupt their lives and education if you move them to a public school ..read more

How Are Retirement Benefits Divided in an Arizona Divorce? Going through a divorce can be a challenging ordeal.  Not only is it extremely stressful trying to figure out who gets what, but when retirement benefits are at stake, the whole process becomes that much more tedious. Trying to figure out what interest your spouse can acquire in your retirement benefits and how to protect those interests can be a complicated issue, especially when taking into account the specific laws and the numerous retirement plans available. That is why, in this post, we will dive into the complexities of reti ..read more

Can I Date During the Divorce Process? No definitive answer exists on whether you should date during the divorce process. If you’ve been living like roommates with your soon-to-be-ex or separated for some time, it’s natural for you to want to move on with your life and restore your faith in love and relationships. Yet, dating during the divorce process can have legal consequences, so you need all the information to make the best choice for your circumstances. We’ve developed this short guide to help you examine the potential consequences of dating before your divorce is finalized. We also prov ..read more

I Don’t Want to Lose My Business During a Divorce. What Can I Do? Going through a divorce is trying for everyone involved, but worrying about losing a successful business throughout the process can make matters worse. Business owners risk losing everything they have built during a divorce because of Arizona’s community property laws or because an owner has to raise cash. Without a prenuptial agreement in place to protect your business, your spouse has a stake, even if he or she did not contribute the blood, sweat, and tears that made your business a success. If you are having marital issues an ..read more

Can I Relocate with My Kids After My Divorce? Divorce is a major life event that results in a myriad of changes. A former spouse might get a new job, meet someone new, or simply want to leave Arizona to start a new life. When minor children are involved, moving out-of-state will drastically affect the current child custody arrangement. Some parents maintain an amicable relationship and work out the details when one wants to relocate. In other cases, parents need to look to the courts to come to a new custody arrangement. Below we provide more information about the factors that can impact your ..read more

Planning to marry the one you love is an exciting time and comes with minimal to massive preparation depending on the couple. No one gets married thinking that one day they will separate or divorce. Yet, life happens. Couples who want to define their rights and responsibilities in the event of divorce or separation often choose to create a prenuptial or premarital agreement, more commonly referred to as a prenup. When people see prenups discussed in movies or television, or they hear about them, they often associate them with money. Yes, money does play a role in prenups, but couples use prenu ..read more

When resolving divorce-related matters, alternative dispute resolution is often more effective than litigation. Mediation has been uniquely beneficial in light of Covid-19 court modifications. Maricopa County Family Court judges only mandate the process for cases involving children, but they recommend it for all family court issues. While we wait for the Family Court to resume its normal operations, mediation remains the most viable forum for moving your case forward. The original Covid-19 Pandemic modification order recommended that mediations proceed “telephonically.” Attorneys and clients h ..read more