Family courts make decisions with the child’s best interest as the primary focus. This means the courts will consider several factors based on the child’s safety and well-being. The court ultimately uses this standard when choosing between guardianship and adoption. Let’s look at the pros and cons associated with these options. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION…
If you are in the process of a divorce, you may wish to remarry soon after the divorce is finalized. Until your divorce is actually and lawfully final, you are still married to someone else. Most states have varying legal rules and laws that deal with this scenario, so you must always ensure you follow…
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. Let’s take a look at…
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. Typically, there is no time period following the marriage by which the annulment must…
Parents in Arizona have a duty to uphold the terms of their child custody agreement. However, if one parent violates the terms, the other parent may wish to modify or void the agreement altogether. Let’s look at the possible ways to void a child custody arrangement. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Child Abuse Or Endangerment Each…
When two parents divorce, the court will create a child custody agreement. What are some of the reasons why a judge would make changes to this agreement over time? (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION 1. Failure To Comply With Current Custody Agreement In the event your ex-partner is not obeying the current custody order, you should…
The typical lawyer retainer is good for the entirety of the legal matter for which it is paid. Let’s take a look at retainer fees and what you can expect before acquiring the services of an experienced lawyer. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Lawyer Retainer Fee? A lawyer retainer fee is a sum…
Real estate attorneys handle a wide variety of cases related to renting, buying and selling of real property. The two most common ways a real estate attorney will charge a client are via a fixed fee or hourly rate. Typically, real estate attorney services cost between $150-$400 per hour. Fixed rates range between $500-$2,000 for…
Why should you seek full custody of your child? Let’s look at some of the most common reasons why this custody type is needed. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Reasons To Get Full Custody Of A Child When you have full custody of your children, you can legally make all child-related decisions without consulting the other parent. If…
What factors can ultimately end up denying overnight visitation for a parent? (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION 1. Environment At Home The environment at your home will undoubtedly play a huge role in determining if you are fit for overnight visits. Your judge will want to ensure your home is free of any hazards or unsafe…
