If your spouse owned a business before marriage and you contributed time or money to help it grow, you may be wondering: Do I get anything back in the divorce? The answer in Arizona is: Maybe — through a reimbursement or equitable claim. Arizona law allows a spouse to ask for reimbursement when community assets […]
Going through a divorce or custody case can feel overwhelming, but not every family law matter has to end in a courtroom. In fact, most cases in Arizona settle before trial. Settling your case can save time, reduce stress, and help you stay in control of the outcome. Why Settlement Is Often the Best Outcome […]
A Resolution Management Conference (RMC) is usually the first hearing in an Arizona divorce or custody case. It’s not a trial, and it’s not about presenting evidence. Instead, the RMC is a meeting with the judge to: Although no testimony is taken, the RMC plays a critical role in shaping the direction and timeline of […]
Steve Nash and the Arizona Custody Relocation Battle In 2013, former Phoenix Suns point guard Steve Nash became the center of a high-profile Arizona custody case. The dispute wasn’t about whether he would be involved in his children’s lives — it was about where they would live. Nash opposed his ex-wife, Alejandra Amarilla, moving their […]
The Lori Vallow Daybell Case: A National Tragedy With Family Law Implications The name Lori Vallow Daybell has become nationally known — not just for the disturbing criminal charges she faced, but for the complex custody and legal issues surrounding her children. Vallow and her husband, Chad Daybell, were convicted in connection with the deaths […]
In Arizona divorces, two of the biggest financial questions are: These two issues are closely connected — and understanding how spousal maintenance is calculated can help you anticipate how it might affect your child support obligations (or rights). Let’s break it down. What Is Spousal Maintenance in Arizona? Spousal maintenance is financial support that one […]
When parents separate or divorce in Arizona, the court divides what many call “custody” into two key concepts: legal decision making and parenting time. Understanding the difference between the two, and how Arizona courts decide what’s best for your child, is essential when you are co-parenting with the other parent after separation. What Is Legal […]
Arizona law allows grandparents to seek court-ordered visitation in certain circumstances under Arizona family law. Whether due to divorce, loss, or estrangement, Arizona law provides a path for grandparents to remain part of their grandchildren’s lives when it's in the child's best interest. Technically, the law provides visitation rights for "non parents" that are not […]
Navigating shared custody or parenting time can be complicated—but technology can help. Whether you're newly divorced or years into a parenting plan, the right co-parenting app can reduce miscommunication, organize schedules, and streamline expense tracking.As Arizona family law attorneys, we often get asked: Which co-parenting app should we use? Below is our comparison of the […]
Summer break brings big changes to family routines—especially for parents who share custody (or parenting time as it is known in Arizona). Without school anchoring the schedule, many families need to adjust their parenting plans to ensure both parents have meaningful time with their children while also planning vacations, camps, and activities. Robert Larson has […]
