What does Community Property State mean? Arizona is one of only nine community property states in the United States when it comes to a marriage. The others include California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. But what does “Community Property” really mean? Well, it is fairly simple, until it is not. … [Read more...] about Community Property States | Divorce Attorney
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Paternity Attorney | Paternity what it means
Paternity, and what it actually means. As an experienced paternity attorney in Arizona it is sometimes difficult to explain to a client that you may not be the father, even if you are the biological father. When a minor child is conceived, it usually requires two people. However, sometimes, a mother is involved with two (or more) different … [Read more...] about Paternity Attorney | Paternity what it means
Family Law is Emotional | Family Law Attorney Mesa AZ
Riding the Emotional Roller Coaster of Family Law When I initially meet with a potential client to discuss what has brought them to me, I always ask the same question, “What has you looking for a family law attorney, today?” Sometimes I get a response of “Well, I am not sure if I need an attorney or not.” Usually by the end of the … [Read more...] about Family Law is Emotional | Family Law Attorney Mesa AZ
Divorce or Legal Separation | Family Law Attorney Mesa AZ
Divorce or Legal Separation: Which option is best for you? As a family law attorney many people contemplating divorce have asked me whether they should consider a legal separation instead. Let’s start with a basic understanding of legal separation. Legal separation allows for the end of a community relationship between spouses, including the … [Read more...] about Divorce or Legal Separation | Family Law Attorney Mesa AZ
When Can Children Choose | Child Custody Attorney
At What Age Does a Child Get to Choose Where They Want to Live? “My daughter doesn’t like living at Dad’s house. What’s the age in Arizona when she gets to decide?” As a child custody attorney I hear this and similar questions about once a week. The simple answer is there is no law in Arizona that specifies a particular age when a child gets to … [Read more...] about When Can Children Choose | Child Custody Attorney
Do I Need a Divorce Attorney | Divorce Lawyer Mesa
Do I Need to Hire a Divorce Attorney? A big question that most people have when contemplating divorce is whether they need to hire an attorney. While many people getting a divorce would prefer to keep costs down, it may be far more expensive if you don’t hire an attorney. Whether to hire an attorney really depends on a number of factors. … [Read more...] about Do I Need a Divorce Attorney | Divorce Lawyer Mesa