A Guide to Self-Care During Divorce

Divorce is always difficult. But it can be better when you take good care of your health. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the ways that divorce can affect your social, emotional, physical, and mental health, and what you can do to counter the stress.  

What is Alimony and How Is It Calculated in Arizona?

Many clients wonder, “what is alimony?” and “how is it calculated in Arizona?” The short answer is that alimony, known in Arizona as spousal support, is money one spouse pays to another following divorce. The courts do not award spousal maintenance in every divorce. The court will first determine whether the recipient spouse would suffer financial […]

What It Means to Have “Legal Custody” of a Child in Arizona

Arizona law recognizes both physical and legal custody. It is essential to understand what these mean and how they will affect you and your children. As you prepare for the divorce proceedings, it’s advisable to learn as much as you can about these definitions. The more you know, the better it will be for you […]

Divorce With Kids: What Parents Can Do to Help Children Cope

Divorce is something your children are probably familiar with from school or family. They likely have a friend or cousin whose parents have already divorced. However, that doesn’t make it easier to go from “I know someone whose parents are divorced,” to “It’s my parents getting divorced.” Parents have a responsibility to help their children […]

Understanding Tax Consequences of Alimony vs Child Support

One of the first things anyone in the middle of a divorce should do is meet with their accountant. Understanding the tax consequences of alimony, child support, retirement distributions, etc. can help prepare you for the effects of the divorce on your finances. Among the things you will want to discuss with your accountant and […]

How to Prepare for a Contentious Custody Agreement

Divorces can turn ugly without warning. What may start as an amicable separation can end in an all-out war as spouses battle over everything from wedding rings to furniture. It is unfortunate, but this acrimony can spill into the process of reaching a child custody agreement. When the winds start to rise, and the storm […]

Gray Divorce: Navigating a Major Life Transition in Mature Age

Divorce is complicated no matter what age you are, but there are some special considerations to take into account when it happens late in life. Here we will unpack the components of a gray divorce and share some tips to help see you through this difficult time. A “gray divorce” is when a couple over […]

What You Need to Know About Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation can help smooth over the bumps and help you move forward from your marriage. The objective of mediation is to minimize stress and help both partners find common ground. When both partners are able to compromise on critical issues, then everyone walks away a winner. Toward that goal, the following are important details to know about […]

What to do Before Filing for Divorce

There are many steps you need to take before filing for divorce. The time you spend planning for your divorce is time well invested. When we advise clients on the divorce process, the following are things we recommend before filing divorce papers. Make the Decision Marriage isn’t easy. There are highs and lows in every marriage. […]

Preparing Children for Divorce in Arizona

Divorce in Arizona is one of the most traumatic events a child can experience and it is incumbent upon parents to prepare their children for the process. Preparing the child and maintaining open communication can help ease the shock and help children manage their stress through the transition. To that end, the following are effective […]