It is no secret that many people who marry for the first time in Arizona and across the nation ultimately wind up divorced. Yet, new research shows that one party in the marriage is statistically more likely to pull the plug on the marriage than the other one. Per...
If you and your ex have 50/50 legal and physical custody of your children, you share equal decision-making and time with them. Going forward, many of your important life decisions will need to consider your ex’s role in your children’s lives. If you want to move, the...
When your Arizona marriage ends, you may worry about your ability to support yourself on your own. Many people who divorce share these concerns, especially if they sacrificed their career or education for that of their then-partners. If you think you may not be able...
The issue of a divorced parent relocating with children to another community far away can be a sensitive one. Moving to take advantage of new job opportunities can benefit the children if it helps pay for their education, clothing and other needs. However, some...
Divorces are a difficult situation for all parties involved. However, if you can keep things somewhat amiable and work through your problems without litigation, it can save you a lot of hassle. In these situations, you may want to turn to mediation instead. But what...
When it comes to many custody disputes, the courts prefer to award joint custody to parents. It is in the best interest of a child to have a healthy, loving relationship with both parents, provided that both parents offer the proper love and care to the child. When a...
When you go through divorce, you want what is best for your child. Unfortunately, this is somewhat hard to deliver when your child is going to struggle through the divorce regardless. However, you can still set them up for a better post-divorce period by ensuring that...
Legal paternity may seem like a cut-and-dry determination, but in reality, it can be anything but. Determining paternity, particularly during a divorce, is an important factor in child custody and child support settlements. In the state of Arizona, there is more than...
Establishing paternity is important to secure the right to parent your child. If you fail to legally establish paternity, you have no rights under the law. The Arizona Department of Economic Security explains there are several ways of establishing paternity. Do note...
There are numerous studies that discuss the impact of divorce on children. However, splitting from your spouse can have long-term effects if you overlook the immediate needs of your children. When you know how to help your children, you might mitigate any negative...