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…
The decision to end a marriage later in life can be extremely difficult. Many couples, even at an advance age, are not prepared for the unique legal issues that come with divorce. When terminating a marriage, older individuals must take into account insurance, business interests, healthcare, retirement savings, estate planning, and social security. As senior…
Yes, expert witnesses do get paid for their services. Now, you may be wondering who is responsible for paying the fees of an expert witness. According to AZBar, “Arizona’s version requires a client to be ultimately responsible for costs and expenses of litigation that are advanced by a lawyer. Thus, to the extent a fact…
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…
Retainer fees are upfront payments made to a divorce lawyer. How much should you expect to pay and what do these fees cover? (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Retainer Fee Cost Factors 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. In a recent survey,…
The following items should be included in a divorce settlement. Use our complete checklist below. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is A Marriage Settlement Agreement? A marriage settlement agreement, also known as a property settlement agreement, is a comprehensive list that covers all terms of a divorce. While this document is not reviewed by the…
