Divorce

What Are The Requirements For a Valid Marriage In Arizona? Marriage is a binding contract between two people to work together as partners, hopefully for the rest of their lives. Spouses have additional rights and benefits under the law than two people in an unmarried relationship. But to take advantage of these, the spouses need … Read more

Will My Personal Information Be Publicized If I Get Divorced In Arizona? It’s easy to find extensive information about anyone using the Internet these days. You can find out a person’s career history on LinkedIn, how much their home cost on Zillow, and if they’re active on social media, every detail of their personal life … Read more

What Happens When Child Support Runs Out? When two parents’ romantic relationship doesn’t work out, it can result in one parent having a child support obligation until their child reaches adulthood. Child support can’t be ruled out in a prenuptial agreement, and is largely based on the parents’ respective incomes and how much parenting time … Read more

The Average Age Of Divorce In Arizona  It’s commonly known that about half of marriages across the United States end in divorce. But how long these marriages last- and how old the spouses are when they divorce- is less well-known. Are marriages more likely to end earlier in the relationship, when there has been less … Read more

The Top 6 Reasons Arizona Divorce Cases Go To Trial If you have made the difficult decision to get divorced from your spouse, there are plenty of reasons you may prefer to settle your issues out of court through a consent decree. Negotiating an agreement gives the spouses more control over their divorce resolution, because … Read more

What Arizona Spouses Considering Divorce Can Learn From Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban A-List celebrities like Nicole Kidman live far different lives than average people, thanks to both fame and fortune. But they struggle with problems like divorce and surrounding issues like addiction and infidelity, just like the rest of us. Despite her massive stardom, … Read more

These Are The Most Common Mistakes Made In Rushed Divorce Cases If you’ve made the agonizing decision to leave your spouse, you may not want to spend even one more day being married. You might have met someone new you want to pursue a relationship with, or simply value being legally single, just like it … Read more

Do Any Of The Risk Factors For Divorce Exist In Your Marriage? For a long time in this country, it’s been a well-known fact that about half of marriages end in divorce. It also well-documented that divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can have in life, and it can mean financial … Read more

Protecting A Business & Its Assets In An Arizona Divorce Being one’s own boss is a dream for many, but few have the dedication to actually go out and start their own business. If you’re one of those brave few who has worked to build a business from the ground up, you will probably do … Read more

Valentine’s Day Marriages More Likely To Fail What could be more romantic than getting married on Valentine’s Day? Apparently, many things, because couples who get married on special holidays like Valentine’s Day are 18-36% more likely to get divorced than couples who get married on any other day of the year. So if you’re thinking … Read more

Read This If You’re Considering No-Fault Divorce In Arizona Divorce has become an increasingly accepted practice over the years. While hardly anyone gets married with the intention of getting divorced (although there are a few), the statistic of about half of marriages ending in divorce has held true for decades now. In fact, the average … Read more

Getting Divorced In Arizona When The Marriage Was Never Legalized I went to a beautiful shotgun wedding in April but unfortunately it only took the groom a few months to revert to being a psychotic bum. She is smart and got a prenuptial agreement, which he refused to sign, so they never legalized the marriage … Read more

How It Impacts Families & Can Lead To Divorce In Arizona When we think about postpartum depression, the image that usually comes to mind is of a new mother struggling to adjust to her new role while battling feelings of sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm. However, postpartum depression isn’t just a condition that affects women—it can … Read more

Bennifer 2.0 Is Done: Jennifer Lopez Files To Divorce Ben Affleck Despite his marriage to Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck’s explosive relationship with Jennifer Lopez has always been the namesake of Bennifer. Bennifer dominated the headlines in the early aughts and warmed some cold dead hearts when they reunited approximately two decades later. They seemed to … Read more

Divorce During Terminal Illness Shannen Doherty has been a big name in Hollywood for decades thanks to roles on hit shows like Charmed and Beverly Hills, 90210. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, and despite periods of remission, eventually passed away at the age of 53 on July 13, 2024. She had filed … Read more

Shannen Doherty’s Ex-Husband Kurt Iswarienko Waited To Sign Divorce Papers Until The Day Of Her Death Breast cancer is a terrible disease that claims the lives of thousands of women every year. Sadly, as part of the preparation process, medical professionals have to inform women diagnosed with this disease of the high rate of divorce … Read more

Mediation vs. Litigation: Determining the Best Choice for Your Divorce in Arizona What Factors Influence Mediation and Litigation Decisions in Arizona?  Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process that often requires navigating complex legal decisions. One critical choice couples face is whether to pursue mediation or litigation to resolve their differences.  In the state … Read more

What Is Community Property Law & How Does It Affect Your Divorce in Arizona? The Role of Equalization Payments in Arizona’s Divorce Proceedings Arizona is a community property state, meaning that all assets acquired during the marriage are presumed to be jointly owned and subject to equal division upon divorce. This includes all types of … Read more

How To Get Alimony In a Divorce When One Spouse Has a Stay-At-Home Parent Role Tips For Stay-At-Home Spouses Facing Divorce To Achieve a Successful Separation Each year, thousands of married couples file for divorce for a wide variety of reasons, whether it’s due to infidelity, financial disagreements, differences of opinion, or many other causes. … Read more

Maricopa County Child Custody Attorneys Whether you are just now splitting from your child’s other parent, or custody issues have been a part of your lives for years, you always have a choice when it comes to family law matters- represent yourself or hire an attorney. Each comes with benefits and disadvantages, although the list … Read more

Court-Appointed Advisors in Phoenix Family Law Cases It is an unfortunate fact of life that some family law and custody proceedings have more stress and drama than others. Sometimes the court must appoint a special advisor to a family law case to make sure everyone’s interests are represented properly. A court-appointed advisor can be assigned … Read more

Remarriage After Divorce In Arizona In the United States, the average age at which someone gets their first divorce is 30 years old. With the average age of divorce being pushed in the younger direction, it’s no surprise that more people get remarried now than ever. You may feel like you know all there is … Read more

If I Leave The Marital Home During A Divorce, Do I Forfeit My Interest In The Home? You probably didn’t get married with the intention of getting divorced, but divorce is an unfortunate reality for about half of the married couples. The largest asset that most married couples share, if they have one, is their … Read more

Table Of Contents Arizona Duration Of Marriage & Spousal Maintenance Types Of Spousal Maintenance Arizona Spousal Maintenance Factors Factor 11 – Marital Waste What Is Considered A “Long Duration” In Arizona? How Long Does Spousal Maintenance Last? What Factors Can Lead To Alimony Modifications In Arizona? How Prenuptial Agreements Impact Alimony in Arizona Experienced Arizona … Read more

“Gaslighting” Named Merriam-Webster Dictionary’s 2022 Word Of The Year Have you ever tried to discuss something that bothered you with someone else, only to have them deny what you experienced ever occurred? Has your romantic partner repeatedly reneged on promises, only to deny ever making them in the first place? Does someone you love behave … Read more

Buying A House During A Divorce In Arizona For many people, their primary residential home is their most valuable asset. Not only is it a financial investment, but it provides security in a volatile renting market. The thought of moving into temporary housing may not be appealing for parents who want to maintain stability for … Read more

Medicaid Divorce Because We Live In A Sad, Bleak World Without the right connections or a lucky break, it’s hard to get ahead in life. Sometimes working full-time, or even multiple jobs, and maintaining health insurance isn’t enough to financially prepare for a medical emergency. With some medical conditions, finding a way to pay for … Read more

Do Children Have The Right To Choose Which Parent They Live With In A Divorce? Since about half of marriages end in divorce, it’s no surprise that many parents get divorced before their children reach adulthood. Some parents immediately agree that they should split custody of the children 50/50. But others have their reasons to … Read more

It Still Could Be Community Property Even If Your Name Isn’t On It We don’t waste time during divorce consultations on personal judgments, but we do notice one common misconception that potential clients hold before we speak to them: if something was acquired in one spouse’s name alone, it is solely that spouse’s property or … Read more

Getting Attorney’s Fees In A Family Law Case Whether you’ve come to the decision to file for divorce or it is being thrust upon you, one of the most stressful aspects of divorcing a spouse is the financial ramifications. Splitting one household into two could be harder to manage, and one spouse may still rely … Read more

How To Spot a Spouse Hiding Assets in an Arizona Divorce There are several reasons that divorce is considered one of the most stressful experiences in life, and one of the main ones is finances. In an Arizona divorce, assets (and debts) are split based on the principles of community property. Some couples are unaware … Read more

The Most Popular Months To Get Divorced In Arizona When Do Divorce Rates Increase In Arizona? It’s hard to know when a married couple will get divorced, even if their marriage has been struggling for quite some time. No matter the circumstances, the divorce process doesn’t officially begin until one of the spouses files a … Read more

What To Do If Your Spouse Takes The Children Out of State Critical Information To Know If Your Spouse Takes Your Kids Out Of State This member of My AZ Lawyers was watching Sins of Our Mother on Netflix last night, which was largely set in the Chandler/Gilbert area. Without spoiling too much, it contains … Read more

The Drahos Formula & How It Can Impact Property Division in Your Arizona Divorce How Much Is Your Community Lien Worth When Divorcing In Arizona? Back in the day, most people who got married did so at a younger age and ended up buying their first home together. Nowadays, it’s becoming more common for at … Read more

Splitting a Timeshare in an Arizona Divorce How To Deal With A Timeshare During Property Division? For someone who travels frequently, a timeshare can be a great way to secure a nice vacation rental that’s big enough for their family. While many are leery of making the commitment to a timeshare, some couples who have … Read more

Arizona High Net Worth Divorce Attorneys How To Preserve Your Net Worth When Getting Divorce In Arizona Your Finances, Time with Your Children, and Future as a Whole are Already on the Line in a Divorce. If You and/or Your Spouse Have a High Net Worth, We Can Help You Preserve that Value by Providing … Read more

Manipulation Tactics That Narcissists Use In Divorce The Most Common Narcissistic Behaviors During Divorce We all know someone who seems to find endless fault with others while holding a high self-opinion. That has a compulsive need to be the center of attention. That can’t take blame or criticism. You might even be unlucky enough to … Read more

I Am Getting Divorced, I Paid All The Bills During The Marriage. Is My Spouse Entitled To Anything? Do I Need To Continue Financially Supporting My Spouse During a Divorce? Even when the spark in a romantic relationship has been dead for years, some spouses put off getting divorced due to financial concerns. And if … Read more

I Caught My Soon-To-Be Ex Cheating! How Will This Impact Our Divorce In Arizona? Ending a Marriage Contract With Someone Who Didn’t Respect The Marital Vows Sometimes, a marriage ends when two spouses simply drift apart and fall out of love with each other. Other times, one spouse is clearly to blame, especially if they … Read more

Tips For Preparing Divorce Discreetly Fearing For Your Safety? How To Secretly Prepare Your Divorce Not every divorce in Arizona is one that both spouses see coming. In some situations, one spouse might even fear for their safety when their spouse finds out they want a divorce. If you find yourself in these circumstances, you … Read more

Malignant vs. Covert Narcissists The Differences Between Malignant & Covert Narcissism & How To Handle a Divorce “Narcissist” is a term that some people like to throw around as an insult whenever someone insists on getting their own way. So when it comes to divorce, almost everyone thinks that they’re getting divorced from a narcissist. … Read more

Surprising Things That Increase The Rate Of Divorce In Arizona Factors That Can Lead Your Marriage To a Divorce Almost everyone knows that approximately half of marriages in this day and age end in divorce. Obviously, a lot of that has to do with how much more socially acceptable it has become to get divorced. … Read more

Should I Change My Estate Plan After a Divorce? The Importance Of Updating Your Estate Plan Every Now & Then In Arizona Our Arizona Family Attorneys look at divorce and changing your estate plan in an Arizona Family Law case. There are changes that can and should be made to an estate plan when going … Read more

Arnold Schwarzenegger & Maria Shriver’s Divorce Finalized After Years Of Proceedings What Causes Divorce Proceedings To Continue For Over a Decade? If you’re a fan of The Terminator or Jingle All the Way, you probably remember when news broke of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s affair and child with the family housekeeper. This scandal, which aired about 14 … Read more

Divorce vs. Annulment: Which Is Right For Me? Is It Better To Prefer An Annulment Over a Divorce? Unfortunately, despite the vows that most spouses make, marriage doesn’t always last forever. And when you know things aren’t right, it can be easier to get out early rather than wait for things to get worse. So … Read more

Modifying An Arizona Custody Rule 69 Agreement The Ins & Outs Of Modifying a 69 Agreement In Arizona Our Arizona Family Lawyers take a look at Arizona Rule 69 agreements and discuss the ins and outs of modifying the agreement. If you are in need of assistance with a family law case in Arizona. Please … Read more

Love Bombing & Divorce In Arizona Our Arizona Family Lawyers Discuss How To Deal With Narcissistic Manipulation By a Spouse During A Divorce Sometimes it is difficult to realize you have been, and possibly still are, psychologically abused by a loved one. When that loved one is your spouse, divorce may be the only way … Read more

Tips On Divorcing a Gaslighting Spouse How To Divorce From a Manipulative Spouse In Arizona The Arizona Family Lawyers from My AZ Lawyers take a look at how to handle a spouse who Gaslights you. Our Phoenix divorce lawyers have helped thousands of people in Maricopa County and throughout Arizona file successfully for divorce. We … Read more

How Divorce Affects Your Tax Situation and Back Tax Liabilities Divorce can be devastating – not just emotionally but also financially and in other ways. It can feel like your whole life is ending. You might lose friends, you might face significant changes in your career or housing situation, and you might grieve the loss … Read more

5 East Valley Relocation Resources For Couples Separating Getting divorced is never easy. It’s an emotional and difficult thing to go through, and one that should not lower your spirits. Along with hiring an Arizona family law lawyer, relocating is also something that you may need to think about. This process can be stressful for … Read more

What Does a No-Fault Divorce Mean? Divorce and marriage law can be complicated. There are many terms that can be difficult to understand and different types of divorce that exist. Read on to learn more about what a no-fault divorce really is and how to properly file for divorce in Phoenix, Arizona with the help … Read more

The Difference Between An Annulment and A Divorce We have all heard the words ‘divorce’ and ‘annulment’. But what do these words actually mean? Is one better than the other when considering the end of a marriage? There is a huge difference between the definition of divorce and the definition of annulment. If your marriage … Read more

Family Law Glossary Legal Decision Making Authority: Joint legal decision making authority refers to a parent’s authority to make decisions about their child’s life. This includes the child’s healthcare, education, extracurricular activities, and religious instruction. More often than not, parents share joint legal decision making authority over their child. It is very difficult to deprive … Read more

Unhappy Marriages May Lead to Poor Health Can staying in an unhealthy relationship actually be unhealthy? If you are stuck in an unhappy marriage, it could actually be bad for your health. Making a choice to stay in bad relationship may be as damaging as other bad health choices. Remaining in an unhappy relationship can … Read more

Can my wife get money from me after being separated for 2 years? Q: My wife and I got married in 2009. A year later I left her due to domestic violence, got a 1 year restraining order against her and have not seen her since then. We are still married. I was promising her … Read more

The Effects of Social Media on Marriage and Divorce. The effects of social media on a couples’ marriage can be drastic. It can be a point of contention which could even lead to divorce. With over 1 billion people on Facebook, chances are that one or both members of a relationship are updating, checking, or … Read more