What is a family law master? The Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure define a family law master as “a person appointed by the court, including a family law conference officer, to take evidence on one or more disputed issues and submit a report to the court containing findings of fact and conclusions of law.” How does a …
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Why Going To Court Is Risky Compared To Arizona Family Law Mediation
There are many good reasons to mediate your family law dispute. For example, it is generally significantly less expensive, stressful and time consuming than litigation. However, a big reason to avoid court and mediate the matter is that Court is risky. There is not an attorney out there than can guarantee you a result. That …
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How to Prepare for a Mediation in AZ
The Boy Scout’s motto - Be Prepared – applies to mediation in Phoenix AZ. Below are four ideas of how you can prepare yourself for a successful mediation. 1. Understand what is not worth fighting about. Before refusing to bend on an issue, ask yourself: Is this an issue really worth fighting about, or is it something I …
Divorce in Arizona your First Step
If you are reading this article, you are probably considering a divorce in Arizona or helping a loved one who is faced with one. My purpose in writing articles is to let people know they have a choice in how they end their marriage. Many people assume that the only way to get divorced is to engage in an adversarial …
Can I Use Mediation If I Want To Move Out of Arizona With The Children?
If you have custody orders through the Arizona courts, you cannot move with the common children out of state, or even over 100 miles in state, absent an agreement or a Court Order. If the other parent contests the move, pursuant to Arizona law (A.R.S. § 25-408), the Court will determine whether the relocation is in the best …
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