When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important decisions they must make is how to structure parenting time. A clear and workable parenting schedule helps provide stability for children and reduces conflict between parents. Arizona courts encourage parents to create parenting plans that serve the best interests of the child, but there is […]
Spousal maintenance, often referred to as alimony, is one of the most complex and fact-specific issues in Arizona divorce cases. While Arizona now has guidelines to provide structure, courts still rely heavily on statutory factors when determining whether maintenance should be awarded — and if so, how much and for how long. Understanding these factors […]
Divorce cases can take several months or longer to resolve. During that time, families still need clear rules about finances, housing, and parenting responsibilities. This is where temporary orders come into play. Temporary orders allow the court to establish short-term arrangements while a divorce is pending. These orders help stabilize the situation and prevent conflict […]
Child support orders are designed to reflect the financial circumstances of both parents and the needs of the child at the time they are entered. However, life rarely stays the same. Income changes, parenting schedules shift, and children’s needs evolve over time. Because of this, Arizona law allows parents to request a modification of child […]
Parenting plans and parenting time schedules are designed to provide stability for children after a divorce or custody case. However, life circumstances often change. Work schedules shift, children grow older, families move, and new challenges arise. When these changes affect a child’s well-being or a parent’s ability to follow the existing parenting plan, Arizona law […]
One of the most common questions people ask when considering divorce is: “How long will this take?” The answer depends on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested, how quickly paperwork is completed, and whether the parties can reach agreements on key issues. Arizona law sets a minimum waiting period, but the overall timeline […]
Spousal maintenance — often called alimony — has long been one of the most unpredictable areas of Arizona family law. For years, judges had broad discretion, which made outcomes difficult to predict for both paying and receiving spouses. That changed when Arizona adopted Spousal Maintenance Guidelines, designed to bring more consistency and transparency to these […]
Child support is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — issues in Arizona family law cases. Many parents assume there is a flat percentage or a simple formula, but in reality, Arizona uses detailed Child Support Guidelines to calculate support obligations based on several factors. Understanding how child support is calculated can […]
When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important — and emotionally charged — issues is how decisions will be made for their children and how much time each parent will spend with them. In Arizona, courts focus on one guiding principle: the best interests of the child. Understanding how Arizona courts decide parenting […]
Many people fear that if their spouse refuses to sign divorce papers, they’ll be trapped in the marriage indefinitely. Fortunately, that’s not how it works in Arizona. Arizona is a no-fault divorce state, which means you don’t need your spouse’s permission to end your marriage. Once the legal requirements for service and notice are met, […]
