Many Scottsdale and Paradise Valley divorces involve business ownership. One or both spouses may own a medical practice, dental practice, law firm, real estate company, construction business, investment entity, family company, restaurant, consulting firm, or professional service business. When a business is part of a divorce, the case often becomes more complicated. The business may…
In Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Silverleaf, DC Ranch, Arcadia, Biltmore, and North Scottsdale, many divorce cases involve more than dividing a home and a bank account. A high asset divorce may include luxury property, business ownership, retirement accounts, brokerage accounts, professional practices, private equity interests, real estate investments, vehicles, art, jewelry, and significant community debt. The…
Child custody cases are not only about schedules. For parents in Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, DC Ranch, Silverleaf, Gainey Ranch, Arcadia and the Biltmore area, parenting plans may need to account for school, travel, work demands, extracurricular activities, medical care, religious upbringing, extended family, private education, household routines and long term stability. When parents…
Moving with a child after divorce is not always as simple as packing boxes and changing addresses. If a move affects the other parent’s legal decision making rights or parenting time, Arizona law may require notice and, in some cases, court involvement. This issue is especially common in Pinal County. Families may move between San…
Divorce is never just paperwork. In Pinal County, it impacts many people’s home, children, retirement accounts, debts, vehicles, businesses and day-to-day life. The divorce process begins by filing the proper documents with the court, whether you live in Casa Grande, Florence, Maricopa, San Tan Valley, Queen Creek, Apache Junction, Coolidge or a neighboring community. (480)…
Let’s take a complete look at the similarities and differences between divorce and dissolution below. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION What Is Dissolution? Dissolution can essentially be thought of as a no-fault divorce, which is recognized by the state of Arizona. For a dissolution, fault grounds will not be required. If the spouses can negotiate and…
It can be hard to file for divorce, especially if you have never been to court before. If you reside in Pinal County, Arizona, knowing the fundamental procedures might help you feel like you can handle the process better. Under Arizona law, the divorce procedure is the same no matter where you live, whether it’s…
The cost to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage Maricopa County is $349. The responding party will be required to pay $279 when filing their Response, or if both parties have agreed to a Consent Decree, the $279 is still due and owing from the other party when they respond. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION…
Planning a divorce can at times be absolutely overwhelming. However there are things to consider and to prepare for. In this guide we look at some of those important issues. Read on to learn more. (480) 240-0040 INITIAL CONSULTATION It is not easy to decide to end a marriage. At this point in their lives,…
Divorce can be hard and emotionally draining, but mediation is a less confrontational and typically faster way to settle things. Couples in Arizona who want to end their marriage peacefully often choose mediation. One of the most popular questions couples ask is, “How long does mediation for divorce take?” The answer depends on a number…
