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Divorce Arizona

Divorce and Short Sales in Arizona

by admin on August 19, 2011

Divorce can often times be very stressful! Couples facing divorce are also faced with import decisions about their assets. As the Arizona Real Estate market continues to be volatile, a short sale is often the answer to couples facing such a hardship. With 65% of Arizona’s mortgage holders under water, division of assets has taken [...]

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Arizona Divorce No Money Down

by admin on June 11, 2011

Pay as you go divorce option in Arizona. Mediation is a way to resolve conflict without going to court. If you have a family law matter in Arizona you may want to consider mediation as an option to settle your divorce.

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As long as you or your spouse has been a resident of Arizona for 90 days or more at the time of filing, you can get a divorce in Arizona.  If you are in the military and serving overseas, Arizona may still be your residence. If you are divorcing using mediation or another cooperative means, [...]

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The cost of an Average Arizona Divorce

by admin on January 10, 2011

In a litigated divorce in Arizona can cost as much as a new car for each party – sometimes as much as a 2011 Ferrari.  It is not unusual to spend over $10,000.00 on attorney’s fees alone during the first six months of litigation.  Attorneys charge an average of $250.00 to $350.00 per hour and [...]

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How Do Assets Get Divided In An Arizona Divorce?

by admin on December 28, 2010

In an Arizona divorce, the parties’ community property must be divided equitably. The Arizona Divorce Laws are as follows; What is community property? Community property includes any property obtained during the marriage.  The exception is property one party obtains through gift on inheritance. What does equitably mean? The law says community property should be “equitably” [...]

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Using mediation instead of going to court for an Arizona Divorce

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Pets become part of a family. So what happens to Fluffy, Fido or Speedy when the family breaks up? Courts treat pets like property (I know:  the horror).  However, it is also not realistic to expect a Court to order a custody evaluation and determine with party is most fit to care for a dog [...]

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Mediation is effective at resolving disputes quickly, inexpensively and confidentially.  Around 90 percent of all people who try mediation end their conflict in mediation. You read that correctly:  almost all mediations are successful – no risky and expensive litigation necessary. Then why isn’t everyone using mediation in AZ?  First, many people do not even know [...]

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Disclaimer: This publication and the information included in it are not intended to serve as a substitute for consultation with an attorney. Specific legal issues, concerns and conditions always require the advice of appropriate legal professionals.