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Dec 18, 2024

Divorce is already a challenging process. Dividing complex assets can add to the complexity. In Arizona, a community property state, stock options and restricted stock units (RSUs) may be considered marital property. Understanding how to handle these assets can help facilitate a fair settlement. Understanding stock options and RSUs Stock options give the employee the […]

Dec 2, 2024

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can result in license suspension, steep fines, and even jail time. However, being charged with DUI doesn’t automatically mean guilt, and there are several potential defenses that can be raised in court. Here are some of the most common defenses to DUI charges. The stop […]

Nov 18, 2024

There are many reasons that marriages break down. One that crops up frequently is that the couple have differences in attitudes over money. Here are a few such differences. Spenders vs. savers Should you save for a rainy day or enjoy the present because you never know if today will be your last? The correct […]

Nov 7, 2024

It’s true that when children have the involvement of both parents they do better academically and emotionally. But that’s not always the case. In some instances, limited exposure to one parent is best for the child’s well-being. In the best interest of a child Arizona’s family courts usually lean towards creating a parenting time schedule […]

Oct 29, 2024

Community property rules mean that spouses generally have to split almost everything they acquire during marriage. Unless they reach a settlement on their own, a judge applies the community property statute after reviewing an inventory of marital assets and debts. People sometimes assume that they can protect specific resources as their separate property, only to […]

Oct 25, 2024

One of the most emotionally charged issues that comes up in a divorce is the tricky problem of dividing a couple’s shared possessions. There are times when it can actually be easier to split major assets – like bank accounts, real estate and cars – than it is to divide the household items. Most people […]

Oct 11, 2024

If you’re facing marijuana-related charges, such as driving under the influence (DUI), a test may be done to check for the substance in your system. For example, the authorities may ask you to perform a urine test. This will demonstrate if you’ve been using marijuana or not, as it can be difficult to determine if […]

Sep 25, 2024

Child custody orders in Arizona can be modified, but it requires following a legal process and meeting specific requirements. Whether your circumstances have changed or your child’s needs have evolved.  Here, you will find helpful information about navigating the legal process when requesting a modification of child custody orders.  Understand the legal grounds for modification […]

Sep 12, 2024

The use of social media can be a risky thing during divorce proceedings. This is because your posts can significantly contribute to the decisions made regarding property division, spousal support, and child custody, among other divorce-related matters. So, should you deactivate your social media accounts until your divorce is finalized? Here is what to know: […]

Aug 31, 2024

If you’re like a lot of Arizonans who are considering divorce, you may think you have a pretty clear idea of what separate property is and what marital property is. That may be true. Separate property typically includes any property you had before you got married (like a car or a condo, for example). It […]