How to decide who gets the family home in a divorce
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by rajayogan.s@thomsonreuters.com
1M ago
Divorce can be tough, especially when it comes to deciding who gets the family home. Determining who keeps the house involves careful thought and understanding of Arizona’s laws. If couples can not agree, divorce courts can decide. This avenue often leads to more conflict, so trying to make the decision in other ways is usually the better route. Learning what things courts look for may provide the motivation couples need to resolve this issue. Arizona laws In Arizona, marital property follows the rule of community property. This means that assets acquired during the marriage belong to both spo ..read more
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Is your business community property in Arizona?
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by rajayogan.s@thomsonreuters.com
3M ago
Couples going through a divorce in Arizona often grapple with the division of assets. One significant aspect that comes into focus is the treatment of businesses in the context of community property. Understanding whether a business is community property is important for a fair and equitable distribution of assets. Community property in Arizona Arizona follows the community property framework for dividing assets during a divorce. This means that any property acquired during the marriage is generally community property, owned equally by both spouses, regardless of who earned or acquired it. Whi ..read more
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3 reasons an increasing number of men seek and obtain alimony
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by eric.sponheim@thomsonreuters.com
11M ago
Alimony, also known as spousal support, was traditionally a way to financially support divorced women who could not earn their income due to societal constraints. Nowadays, divorce remedies evolved from this historical tradition. All spouses seek and obtain alimony, regardless of their gender. However, an increasing number of men receive alimony in their divorces due to several modern reasons. 1. Changing gender roles More women employed in the workforce led to evolving gender roles. Some women have higher-paying jobs than their husbands. In families where a man provides as the primary caregiv ..read more
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Can my ex and I benefit from a co-parenting app?
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by eric.sponheim@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
Arizona couples divorce for many reasons, and some breakups are amicable. But many are not. If you and your ex-spouse have kids together, you already understand that divorce doesn’t mean your relationship is over. Your children’s future is the priority, and working together is essential. The best thing to help your kids cope is to communicate openly and honestly with your ex about custody and visitation matters. That can be tough even when co-parents still get along. Regardless of the current temperature of your relationship, a co-parenting app may be the answer for keeping the lines of commun ..read more
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How social media posts can be used in child custody hearings
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by eric.sponheim@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
While many parents enjoy posting pictures of their children on social media, few realize the consequences that may follow if a divorce occurs. No matter the state of your marriage, exercising caution when posting pictures of kids on social media remains a good idea. Pictures may become evidence in child custody hearings, meaning that a seemingly innocent image may get turned around to give the court the wrong idea about you as a parent. Why all evidence matters In a best-case scenario, both parents agree on how time spent with kids divides after a divorce. Unfortunately, the situation often be ..read more
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Can a stay-at-home husband receive alimony?
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by rohan.m@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
Over the last decade, the number of fathers leaving the labor force to be full-time parents has increased dramatically. Regardless of which parent takes responsibility for managing the home and children during the marriage, Arizona family law is gender-neutral when it comes to divorce and spousal support. Preparing for divorce If you are a stay-at-home dad planning for a separation and divorce, it is important to fully analyze your financial situation. Be sure to collect the following records before your divorce negotiations begin: Income and expenses Assets and investment accounts Personal an ..read more
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Divorce and retirement assets in Arizona
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by rohan.m@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
In Arizona, property acquired by either of the spouses during the marriage belongs to both of them, even if the other spouse didn’t take part in obtaining that property. So, how are retirement assets treated during marriage dissolution? Read on to find out more about this. Arizona, a community property state A community property state divides marital property equally, or at least close to. So, your 401(k)s, IRA, pensions, stock options, timeshares, mortgage, salaries, and anything purchased using your salaries will be divided equally between partners during a divorce. Of course, if you had sig ..read more
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What to consider when you start dating after a divorce
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by thomasalongi
1y ago
Entering the dating world can be tricky, especially if you are going through a divorce and have not dated in many years. The decision on when to start dating again is a personal decision–one that you should consider carefully. Many of my clients start dating new people right away, whether after physical separation from a spouse but before the commencement of proceedings or during the divorce case itself. There is nothing illegal about dating before your divorce is final, and adultery is not a valid basis for making any particular family court claim in Arizona. A new partner can sometimes be a ..read more
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“I Need an Emergency Custody Order!”
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by rohan.m@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
Introduction Arizona Family Rule 48 does allow a person to seek emergency intervention from the court to suspend another parent’s child access or legal decision-making (“LDM”) rights. Used properly, the process can shield a child from serious physical injury or psychological harm. It can also save a life. But it is also full of legal risk, misused far too often, unpopular with judges, and just as likely to hurt the applying parent’s case as the alleged abuser. Here are some guideposts to help you through the process … or steer you away! Make Sure It Is A True Emergency To secure an emergency c ..read more
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Do you have to sell your marital home in an Arizona divorce?
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by rohan.m@thomsonreuters.com
1y ago
When divorcing, you must address what to do with your marital home. Arizona is a community property state, requiring spouses to divide all marital assets equally. Since it is impossible to divide your house, you must consider your options. Sell your house and split the net profit If two incomes are necessary to make the mortgage payment, selling and obtaining a more affordable home reduces financial stress. Selling your property and sharing the earnings works well and eliminates determining the future value. However, selling may not be a good idea if the market is undesirable, the house’s valu ..read more
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