Talk to anyone who has gone through a divorce, and they will tell you it is no laughing matter. Essentially, divorce signals the death of a dream. And if children are involved, divorce basically means that your children may never share a living space with both parents...
Year: 2022
Take advantage of the “cooling off” period for your divorce
If you and your spouse are always at odds and things seem like they aren't going to get better, you may be in a hurry to file for divorce – but you have to wait a little. After filing the divorce petition, Arizona law imposes a waiting period of 60 days before moving...
Your ex’s drinking or drug use can affect your custody order
Substance abuse damages not just the individual who can't control their chemical dependence but also their closest family members. People dependent on drugs or alcohol may be dangerous when under the influence and angry and unpredictable when unable to access their...
More than 630,000 couples get divorced every year
If you've ever wondered exactly how many divorces happen each year, it may be because people often talk about divorce rates. They want to mention the percentage of marriages that end in divorce and statistics of this nature. But that doesn't really tell you exactly...
Arizona bill gives more legal weight to kids’ custody preferences
When Arizona parents divorce, if they cannot agree on a child custody arrangement, a judge needs to decide the matter. They may ask for input from the children in question if they believe they’re old and/or mature enough for their wishes to be considered. The judge,...
Do Arizona mothers always get full custody?
Shared children are a common reason that otherwise smart and functional adults stay in unhealthy and damaging relationships. They worry that ending the relationship will cause trauma for the children and fear that they may not have time with the children afterward....
What exactly is a drug possession charge?
There are certain drugs that are illegal to have. Even though the United States is a free country and you’re an adult, it’s still illegal to have certain substances. If police officers find drugs in your possession, they’ll arrest you for drug possession. Drug...
When your spouse hides assets from the divorce proceedings
Property division during divorce is not always fair. In some cases, your ex-spouses may hide some marital assets to benefit themselves financially. It mostly happens when the divorce is acrimonious, and they feel like getting one over you will make them feel better....
What do the Arizona community property laws mean in a divorce?
Every state in the country has laws about the big decisions in a divorce. These include laws that apply to custody matters and the division of marital property, for example. Anyone can file an uncontested divorce if the spouses are able to agree on the major issues...
Does your marriage age impact your divorce odds?
How old were you when you got married? If you look at the statistics, you'll see that the average age of marriage is generally trending up. People now tend to get married in their early thirties, whereas previous generations usually got married in their 20s or even...