DIVORCE
– Divorce from beginning to end, whether mediation or litigation. We got you covered. Whether you’re pursuing an amicable divorce through mediation, need aggressive representation in court, or anything in between, we provide skilled advocacy and guidance tailored to your unique situation. We will get you through this.
In Arizona, Title 25 governs the process of ending a marriage, establishing paternity, requesting child support, or any other legal process in the family law arena. Whether or not you have children and assets will affect the length and complexity of your case. Here are some key aspects:
- No-Fault Divorce**: Arizona is a “no-fault” divorce state, meaning that neither spouse needs to prove wrongdoing or fault to obtain it. Yes, that means cheating. The only requirement is that the marriage is irretrievably broken with no reasonable prospect of reconciliation.
- Residency Requirement**: At least one spouse must have lived in Arizona for at least 90 days before filing for it.
Property Division**: Arizona follows the principle of “community property,” which means that most assets acquired during the marriage are considered jointly owned by both parties, regardless of which spouse acquired them or whose name is on the title.
- Spousal Support**: Spousal support, also known as alimony, may be awarded in Arizona, but the amount and duration depend on several factors. The Arizona Spousal Maintenance Statute AR.S. 25-319(B) was revised on September 24, 2022. The law now states that spousal maintenance in only for a period of time and an amount necessary to enable the receiving spouse to become self-sufficient. Other factors include as the length of the marriage, the standard of living during the marriage, comparative financial resources between the parties, contributions to the earning ability of the other spouse, and marital waste.
- Waiting Period**: There is a 60-day waiting period after filing for divorce before it can be finalized.
