Divorce and annulment are two distinct processes for legally ending a marriage or domestic partnership. For example, the type of evidence required for an annulment versus a divorce is different. The primary distinction between divorce and annulment is that a divorce dissolves a legally valid marriage, whereas an annulment declares a marriage legally invalid. (480)…
An annulment is a process that ultimately terminates a marriage. So, how long do you have before annulment is no longer an option? Typically, there is no time period or time limit following the marriage by which an annulment must be sought. The longer a couple waits to petition for an annulment, though, the harder…
Figuring out a child custody arrangement during a divorce process is no easy task. Child custody determinations are typically governed by state law. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Figure Out Parental Responsibilities After Divorce Sharing a child with your partner means you’ll likely share responsibility for that child in some fashion during and after a divorce.…
Yes, it is possible for a father to get full custody of their child/children. Let’s take a look at a few ways a father can do this. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Here are a few things every father seeking full custody should know before heading to court: What Is The Difference Between Joint Custody And…
The average filing fee for a legal separation is $349 in the U.S. *Keep in mind this is not an actual quote. Contact High Desert Family Law Group for more information. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Average Legal Separation Costs On average in the U.S., legal separation costs $50,000, with prices ranging from $1,000-$100,000. The biggest…
Paternity lawyers typically charge an initial retainer fee between $3,500-$5,000. Following this fee, paternity lawyers in the U.S. will charge an average of $400 per hour. Prices will range from $300-$500 per hour. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Does A Paternity Lawyer Do? These lawyers can assist any parent in proving or disproving paternity when…
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 witness is paid a feel as described above, and that…
If you are contemplating whether or not to get divorce/separated, you must determine if your marriage can ultimately be saved. Consider the following factors below when figuring out if it is too late to save your marriage. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION Signs A Marriage Cannot Be Saved Of course, some marriages concerns, such as abuse,…
Couples can expect the process of drafting a prenup to take at least 2-3 weeks total. However, if you have done extensive research on these agreements, it’s possible that you can shorten the amount of time this process takes. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION PREPARING TO SIGN A PRENUP Preparation is everything once you and your…
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 In a recent survey, 85% of respondents had the same legal team deal with their divorce case from the beginning all the way to the end. This is…
