Child custody hearings can be quite intimidating so it’s important to prepare for this process. Let’s take a look at what you can expect at the first hearing and what you can do to ensure it goes smoothly. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION How To Prepare For The First Child Custody Hearing It’s crucial to create…
Determining the fitness of a parent, including a mother, involves assessing whether their behavior or circumstances negatively impact the child’s well-being. Signs of an unfit mother may include: (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Neglect: Failing to provide basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical care. Lack of supervision or leaving the child in unsafe…
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On average, a retainer fee for a divorce lawyer costs $3,500. Fees will typically range from $2,000-$5,000 in the U.S., according to LegalScoops. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Location: Lawyer fees typically trend higher in major cities compared to rural areas. Attorney experience: More experienced lawyers usually charge higher hourly rates, leading to potentially higher initial…
Contested divorce costs in Arizona can vary significantly depending on several factors, but generally range from $15,000 to $30,000 per spouse, even exceeding $50,000 in complex cases. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Contested divorce costs in Arizona can vary significantly depending on several factors, but generally range from $15,000 to $30,000 per spouse, even exceeding $50,000…
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Both fostering and adoption involve providing a loving home for a child in need, but they differ in their key goals and commitments: (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Permanency: Fostering: This is typically a temporary arrangement with the aim of reuniting the child with their biological family when possible. However, foster care can sometimes lead to adoption if reunification is not…
Learn more about Legal Separation in Arizona. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is Legal Separation In Arizona? The legal separation process permits a married couple to maintain their marriages but divide their finances. Legal Separation And Divorce In Arizona Both create space between partners and in both child custody, support of the child or children,…
Read on to learn about how to obtain an annulment in Arizona. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Many people have heard of the term “marriage annulment,” but only a select few truly understand it. Forget what you may have seen on television about annulment. In fact, there are two types of annulments: civil and religious. An…
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