As the rate of so-called gray divorce continues to rise, it’s important to know the common mistakes that can be made during this process and how to avoid them. Divorce after the age of 50 leaves individuals with less time to recover financially. Refrain from making these financial and emotional mistakes if you are headed…
In the state of Arizona, you cannot finalize a divorce in less than 60 days. The court will not accept a final divorce document, also known as a Decree, until 60 days after the date of service (A.R.S. 25-329). With that waiting period in place, the average divorce mediation process will take one to six months…
In general, there are two case types: civil cases and criminal cases. Criminal cases are initiated by a government prosecutor against an individual or organization that has broken local, state, or federal laws. Civil cases, meanwhile, are usually between private parties, encompassing everything besides criminal matters. This can range all the way from small claims…
Temporary custody is a court-ordered arrangement assigning temporary care, custody, and guardianship of a child to either an individual or agency. Typically, this arrangement is established during legal proceedings, such as a separation or divorce. The temporary custody arrangement comes into play when the welfare of the child is in question because of concerns regarding…
Prior to tying the knot, there can be lots of legal documents to prepare and sign, including a prenuptial agreement, if the spouses elect to do so. Let’s look at certain circumstances where these agreements are a good idea for married couples. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Prenuptial Agreement? In the state of…
Child custody arrangements are at the heart of the family law system across the country. Recently, there has been an increased interest in fathers obtaining split or 50/50 custody of their children. The odds of this arrangement, though, will depend on a few factors detailed below. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Are The Chances Of…
A postnuptial agreement is a legal arrangement created by a couple after they get married. This written agreement can detail various boundaries as well as assign ownership of both property and assets. A postnup is often created so that, in the event of a separation or divorce, each spouse may keep the important assets they…
Prior to tying the knot, there can be lots of legal documents to prepare and sign, including a prenuptial agreement, if the spouses elect to do so. Let’s look at what these agreements can and cannot protect. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Prenuptial Agreement? In the state of Arizona, two people can voluntarily…
While there is no strict timeline for creating a postnuptial agreement after a marriage, there are many other complexities couples must understand before drafting this agreement. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Postnuptial Agreement? A postnuptial agreement is a legal arrangement created by a couple after they get married. This written agreement can detail…
It’s commonplace to get a lawyer for your divorce process, but what if you and your spouse already agree on everything? Do you still need a lawyer if this is the case? The short answer is both yes and no. Yes, you do need a lawyer if you want to receive the best legal advice…
