Phoenix Divorce Information
Divorce & Family Law Attorney Serving Phoenix, AZ
Family law encompasses a large variety of issues, from the drafting of prenuptial agreements to the resolution of divorce-related matters such as asset division and child custody. The majority of these issues can be nuanced and complex so it is in your best interest to hire an experienced lawyer when attempting to resolve a family matter. We have gathered basic information about the various areas of family law that our Phoenix law firm can address for our clients. Feel free to review the information below or to click on a particular topic to learn more about that subject.
Divorce
A divorce is the legal process of ending a marriage. Spouses must work out their own agreements or must have the court rule upon such issues as custody and visitation, the division of property and liabilities, child support and spousal support. Because of the legal and financial implications of a divorce, it is important to approach your case with experienced legal counsel. Read more about divorce…
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce typically involves a situation where spouses are able to reach their own agreements regarding support, custody and property. They may reach these agreements on their own, through negotiations or through mediation. They would then submit the appropriate paperwork to the court so a divorce decree would be issued and the divorce finalized. Read more about uncontested divorce…
Divorce Mediation
Mediation is a process that enables disputing parties the opportunity to reach an agreement outside of the courtroom. In this process, a neutral third party, a mediator, works to guide the parties to a mutually beneficial agreement. Read more about divorce mediation…
Child Custody
Child custody is typically one of the most disputed areas of a divorce. An agreement will need to be reached regarding the child's living arrangements and who will make decisions about health care, religion and education. If divorcing spouses cannot reach their own agreement, the court will rule upon the matter. Read more about child custody…
Child Support
Both parents of a child have an obligation to support the child. After a divorce, the non-custodial parent may be required to pay child support to the custodial parent. Child support payments may also be necessary when parents have joint custody. Read more about child support…
Domestic Violence
One of the trickiest areas of family law generally pertains to domestic violence, a situation where violence or abuse is occurring between family members, spouses or ex-spouses. In these situations, an attorney at our firm may be able to help you obtain a restraining order that will protect you from further abuse. Read more about domestic violence…
Military Divorce
When one or both spouses are in the military, a divorce can be slightly more complicated to deal with. There are certain laws that will apply in a military divorce that will not apply in a civilian divorce. There is also the possibility that a spouse will be stationed in another state or overseas. Our firm is experienced in addressing these matters for our clients. Read more about military divorce…
Paternity Issues
Determining paternity may be a crucial part of child custody or child support proceedings. If you are looking for legal counsel as a mother seeking support from a father or as a father who is seeking custody of your child, we may be able to help. Read more about paternity issues…
Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are becoming more common in marriages in Phoenix and throughout Arizona. As people remarry or marry later in life when they have already acquired assets that may need protection in the event of a divorce, an agreement of this kind may prove a wise preventative measure. Read more about prenuptial and postnuptial agreements…
Property Division
How will your property be affected in your divorce? This is an important issue to consider. You may wonder what will happen with the family home or may be interested in finding out how your assets and debt will be divided. An attorney can help you approach this issue while protecting your rights and financial interests. Read more about property division…
Relocations
A situation may arise where a parent wishes to move a significant distance, to another county or state, for a job opportunity, to be with family or for another reason. In these cases, child custody may need to be addressed. Parental relocation proceedings can be complex, and the parent who is relocating will need to prove that the change is in the child's best interests. Read more about relocations…
Spousal Support
In some divorces, one spouse may be required to contribute to the other spouse, financially. Spousal support may be awarded on a temporary or permanent basis, depending on the particular circumstances surrounding the marriage and divorce. Read more about spousal support…
Visitation
When a parent does not have custody of a child, he or she may have the right to visitation in order to remain involved in the child's life. Visitation may be granted on a set schedule and may be supervised or unsupervised, depending on the specific case. Read more about visitation…
Why a Divorce Attorney?
Every divorce is different and every family will have varying issues that will need to be addressed. As such, determining whether to hire an attorney is a personal decision you must make. Because divorce proceedings have the potential to be complicated and contentious, you may find it beneficial to involve an attorney who can guide you in the right direction while protecting your legal rights and financial interests to the fullest extent. Read more about hiring a divorce attorney...
Phoenix Divorce Lawyer
Family matters frequently enter into litigation when the parties involved cannot agree on the terms of the issue at hand. In such instances, the retaining of a lawyer can mean the difference between a negative case outcome and a resolution that is wholly favorable to the individual. If you are in need of help in settling a family matter such as a divorce or visitation rights, contact a Phoenix divorce lawyer who can speak on your behalf and work to reach an outcome that best serves your needs.
Our team at The Wallin Law Group is a knowledgeable and dedicated group that serves individuals throughout the Phoenix area. We are available to provide you with compassionate and focused legal representation in your case. Contact us today if you are seeking the resolution of a family law issue, and we will work diligently in an effort to come to a conclusion in your case that is advantageous to you. With an initial consultation, we can begin to address the issues that are important to you.
Contact a Phoenix divorce attorney
if you require legal help in settling a family law issue such as divorce or child custody.