Arizona is a “No Fault State” – What does that mean?

A no-fault state is a state in which you may file for, and be granted, a divorce without alleging or proving any kind of marital misconduct. In other words, you can get a divorce simply because you no longer want to be married (as long as you don’t have a covenant marriage). An “Irretrievably Broken” […]

Child “Custody” in Arizona

In a divorce, issues related to the children are usually the most important. Accordingly, questions about how the court will award legal decision-making and parenting time are among the most common. The Term “Custody” Most people use the term “custody” to describe which parent the child lives with most of the time; however, Arizona now […]

Disclosure and Discovery In Family Court Cases

In Arizona family law cases, there are certain disclosure requirements that parties must adhere to in order to ensure that all relevant information is disclosed to the other party and the court. These disclosure requirements are designed to promote transparency and fairness in the legal process. In this blog, we will provide an overview of […]

Divorce Overview

Divorce is never an easy process, and it can be particularly daunting if you live in Arizona. Like all states, Arizona has its own unique set of divorce laws and procedures that must be followed. If you are considering divorce in Arizona, it is important to have a basic understanding of these laws before you […]

Domestic Violence and Child Custody

Domestic violence is a serious issue that can have a significant impact on child custody cases in Arizona. This can include physical violence, emotional abuse, and sexual assault. In this blog, we will discuss how domestic violence affects child custody cases in Arizona. Best Interests of the Child In Arizona, the best interests of the […]

I Was Served with a Protective Order, What do I do?

Protective orders are useful tools for people who legitimately need protection from another person; however, protective orders are also frequently misused to gain an advantage in a family law case. Thus, the defendant is often caught off-guard by a protective order that was obtained with false allegations. The good news is that, if you request […]

Litigation vs. Mediation in Family Law Cases

When it comes to resolving disputes in family law cases, parties have two main options: litigation or mediation. Both methods have their pros and cons, and it is important for parties to understand the differences between them in order to make an informed decision. In this blog, we will discuss the differences between litigation and […]

Mediating Family Law Cases

In family law cases, mediation can be a valuable tool for resolving disputes between parties. Mediation is a voluntary process where a neutral third party, the mediator, helps parties negotiate and reach a mutually acceptable resolution. In this blog, we will discuss how mediation works in family law cases, its benefits, and when it may […]

What is a Covenant Marriage?

Divorce can be a very difficult process to go through and if you have a covenant marriage, there are a few more requirements that have to be met and planning that needs to be done. Covenant Marriage The easiest way to know if you have a covenant marriage is to ask yourself: do you know […]