I WANT A DIVORCE — NOW WHAT?

Going through a divorce can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Making the decision to dissolve your marriage (file for divorce) can be emotionally taxing, especially if there are children involved. The end of a marriage can also be a confusing...

HOW DOES THE COURT DETERMINE SPOUSAL MAINTENANCE?

Spousal Maintenance, known in many other states as “Alimony,” is one of the most ambiguous and difficult areas in Arizona Family Law.  Determining whether to award spousal support during a divorce is a matter of judicial discretion. The award of spousal maintenance...

How Spousal Maintenance is Determined in Arizona

Spousal Maintenance, known in many other states as “Alimony,” is the grayest of gray areas in Arizona Family Law. Determining whether to award spousal support during a divorce is a matter of judicial discretion. This means that it is up to the judge to...

DIVORCE vs. LEGAL SEPARATION – WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

Many clients will ask me “What is the difference between filing for divorce and filing for legal separation?” or “Will filing for legal separation put a stop to our community assets accumulating?” The general answer I give is that filing for divorce and filing for...

Gray Divorce – How to Explain the Boom in Boomer-Divorce?

You’re 50-something, maybe even 60. You’re contemplating divorce and plagued by numerous dilemmas. You’re stuck in a marriage with no discernible future but you’re too frightened to venture out into the scary world of dating. Maybe you share too much history with your...

THE ASHLEY MADISON HACK AND NO-FAULT DIVORCE

A brunette with perfectly applied lipstick holds a single finger to her lips in a “shh” motion. Her beautifully manicured hands display a golden wedding band. Next to her are the words “Life is short. Have an affair.” This controversial logo represents Ashley Madison,...