If you are preparing for a consultation with a divorce lawyer because your spouse served you with divorce papers or because you are thinking about starting the divorce process, you may be thinking about what happens at the initial consultation and what you need to do to prepare for it. The divorce lawyers at Lasiter […]
Recently, the world has drastically changed due to COVID-19. We are all learning to navigate a new way of life that involves social distancing. However, families still need legal help. Many clients have asked us how COVID-19 will affect their divorce cases. The most frequently asked question is: I need to file for divorce – […]
Mediation is a great way to resolve conflict between two parties and reach an agreement outside of a court and in privacy. A mediator is a neutral party that helps each party work together to reach an end of a dispute. Whether the dispute is regarding child custody, child support, or splitting up marital assets, […]
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Different parents may have different views on appropriate techniques to use in disciplining their children. Even if parents agree on appropriate techniques, if parents spank their children during the marriage without objection from the other parent, continuation of this manner of discipline can become problematic during a divorce. In some cases, if one parent decides […]
Arizona is a community property state, and all debt incurred during a marriage is presumed to be joint and must be divided as such (equally). This is regardless of whose name is on the Visa, MasterCard, or American Express for example. As a result, bankruptcy and divorce in Arizona can be complicated. First, if […]
Both parties in a divorce or child custody case can request social media information from the other party to investigate facts and prepare for trial. From Facebook to online dating profiles, the information found can be used during court and could be used against you. Never go into a divorce or custody battle without consulting […]
It is not uncommon for a party in a custody battle to obtain an Order of Protection against another party to include the minor children as protected persons. Sometimes there are legitimate concerns and allegations to support the Petition for Order of Protection. However, sometimes allegations are made in an attempt to get a one […]
It is important for separating couples to understand the unique tax considerations divorce demands. Though an experienced tax expert can best advise you regarding your unique circumstances, it is valuable for any divorcing couple to keep a few basics in mind. Filing Status Tax Considerations Though most people realize that after they are divorced their […]
As most of us know, there are no lack of courtroom dramas on popular television. What there is, however, is a lack of knowledge of how different those dramas are from the reality that occurs in a real life courtroom. Some of the biggest mistakes in a Phoenix family law courtroom, are assuming that […]
