Oftentimes, the biggest asset a couple owns is the house they live in. If the home was purchased during the marriage, it will be considered a marital asset that needs to be divided during a divorce. This is the case whether one or both spouse’s names are on the deed. This decision can have a…
If a child custody appeal is remanded in Arizona, it means the Court of Appeals has sent the case back to the trial court with specific instructions.It’s not the end of the case — the trial judge still has to take further action before there’s a final custody order. Here’s how it usually unfolds: 1.…
If your child custody appeal is reversed in Arizona, it means the Arizona Court of Appeals found that the trial court made a legal error that affected the outcome.The “next step” depends on exactly what the appellate court’s order says — because a reversal can play out in different ways. 1. Read the Mandate Carefully…
If your child custody appeal is affirmed in Arizona, it means the Arizona Court of Appeals has agreed with the trial court’s decision and left it in place. Here’s what usually comes next: 1. The Custody Order Remains in Effect The original parenting plan, decision-making authority, and visitation schedule stay as they are. The trial…
In Arizona, a child custody appeal hearing is quite different from the original custody trial — it’s not a “do-over” where you bring in new witnesses and evidence. Instead, the appellate court reviews the record of the original case to decide whether the trial judge made a legal error. Here’s how it typically works: 1.…
Exactly how long a divorce can be put on hold will depend on your legal system. Typically, a divorce can be put on hold from 60 to 90 days in the U.S. Within this time frame, couples will need to finalize their decision on whether to get divorced or withdraw the file. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL…
In Arizona, while courts are legally prohibited from favoring one parent over another based on gender, fathers often still face challenges when seeking full custody. These challenges are typically tied to evidence, parenting history, and legal standards, rather than overt bias. Here’s a breakdown: ⚖️ Common Challenges Fathers Face Seeking Full Custody in Arizona 1.…
An annulment is not a good idea when the legal or emotional reasons for it don’t align with the strict criteria required, or when it may create complications worse than a divorce. Here’s when seeking an annulment might not be the right path: 🚫 When an Annulment Is NOT a Good Idea 1. ⚖️ You…
Once divorce papers are officially served, this doesn’t mean the divorce proceedings must go on. Let’s take a look at how you can cancel or stop a divorce process below. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION How To Stop A Divorce After Filing During the early stages of a divorce, it can be quite simple to ultimately…
Once divorce papers are officially served, your spouse has 21 days to file an Answer with the court. Let’s take a quick look at how this entire process will unfold. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Happens After Divorce Papers Are Served To A Spouse? Your spouse will be given 21 days to file an Answer…
