If there is one thing that can make being a coparent difficult, it’s being in a situation where you don’t feel comfortable talking to your ex-partner. You both may have differing opinions on how to raise your child or questions about upcoming changes to the custody...
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Do these 3 things if you’re divorcing a narcissist
Divorces can be emotionally-filled, contentious matters. Divorcing spouses may be able to work out a settlement through mediation in some situations. Their ability to do so deteriorates when one of the spouses is a narcissist. Narcissism is a mental health condition...
Want to relocate with your child after divorce? Here’s how to approach the court
When you first went through your divorce and established a parenting plan and custody arrangements with your ex-spouse, you had no intention of leaving the area. Times have changed. You have every reason to believe that relocating is better for you and your child --...
Why may child custody be different than an even split?
Even in cases in which child custody rights are shared by both parents, that does not always mean that the division of parenting time is equal. You’re not necessarily going to spend 50% of your time with your children, while your ex gets the other 50%. Why might the...
Steps to take after you finalize your Arizona divorce
Many people assume that the most trying part of a divorce is reaching the stage at which a judge finally issues the decree that ends their marriage. While this is an important landmark in your legal matter, there are a few extra things that you'll need to do after...
Dividing your assets in an Arizona divorce
How to divide your assets is one of the most challenging decisions to make when divorcing. Understanding the state laws is essential to know what you can reasonably expect. Arizona is a community property state Each state has different laws governing property division...
How to change your life for the better after a divorce
Divorce occurs because one or both spouses were unhappy in their marriage. However, in order to become happier in their lives after divorce, a divorcee will need to work hard to rebuild some of the key aspects of their life. While it is true that going through a...
Can you move with the kids after your divorce?
Most parents divorcing in Arizona will end up sharing custody with their ex. Sharing custody is challenging for both parents and for the children in the family. However, it is usually a better long-term solution than one parent assuming all responsibility and the...
What could invalidate your prenuptial agreement?
Prenuptial agreements are no longer for the rich and famous. Couples of all ages and all walks of life get prenups before they tie the knot. They can be particularly valuable in a community property state like Arizona where everything earned or acquired by either...
Why is establishing paternity important?
There are plenty of reasons why a person might want paternity, just as there are legal reasons to establish paternity. The process of proving paternity aside, there are dozens of reasons why a man or woman may seek a DNA test to establish paternity. Some of the core...