A family lawyer’s services can be used for divorce, child custody, adoption, and spousal support cases. Domestic violence also happens to fall under the family law umbrella. Depending on the complexity of the case, lawyer retainer fees typically cost between $3,500-$10,000. Let’s look at some common factors that can impact these fees. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL…
Parental rights are not terminated in a permanent guardianship. However, it can remove a parent’s legal custody of his or her child. In most cases, permanent guardianship can be revoked if the child’s parent, the child, or another party chooses to file a petition with the court to revoke the guardianship. This can occur if…
With many courts moving in the direction of joint custody agreements, how would it be possible to get a father’s visitation rights denied? Here are a few circumstances to monitor. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Can Arizona Courts Deny Father’s Visitation Rights? Whenever two parents separate or divorce, the custodial parent can occasionally prevent the non-custodial…
An uncontested divorce is obviously when neither party is in dispute. This makes for more simple court proceedings but obviously all the details need to be ironed out by the partners going their separate ways before agreeing to the divorce. The timeline for an uncontested divorce in Arizona undoubtedly depends on the specific couple and…
One process used to terminate a marriage is called annulment. Whenever a court awards a petition for annulment, the court is essentially declaring the marriage nullified. Annulment differs from divorce in that once a divorce is awarded, the marriage is dissolved. If you are searching for “time frame for an annulment”, High Desert Family Law…
Let’s look at the main differences between a fault and no-fault divorce. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Fault Divorce? In most states, couples must cite specific grounds for a divorce, typically including the following circumstances: Adultery. Impotence. Physical or sexual abuse. And more. When one spouse cites a reason for divorce, the other…
Yes, Arizona is a state that maintains no-fault divorce laws. Not too long ago, many states required the party who wanted a divorce to prove that his or her spouse had done something to justify the need for a divorce. Let’s take a deeper look at no-fault divorce laws and what couples are eligible for…
Getting married is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging excursions in life. Whereas we usually enter it with high hopes, the fact is that marriage is a lifelong learning experience. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION If you can accept these five hard truths concerning marriage now, you’re more probable to have an enjoyable and prosperous…
From the outset, it is vitally important to realize child visitation rights and child support are two completely different issues. The father is legally obliged to financially support their child (or children) and has the right from a legal standpoint to have parenting time with their child (or children.) The visitation rights of the Father…
Fatherhood comes with many responsibilities and rights. It is important to understand your rights especially when it comes to child custody proceedings. Read more to learn about your rights and how to protect them. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION The Rights Of The Unmarried Father Traditionally, fathers who are unmarried have found the field of parental…
