Since the original agreement was entered into in Georgia and the child's father remains in Georgia, the State of Georgia will retain jurisdiction over the dispute (see the UCCJEA for further information). Georgia MAY turn jurisdiction over to Arizona, but you would need a compelling reason and... View More

Your opinion and the behavior if the male on your birth certificate should both be taken into consideration. You will need to petition the court for a review of the cold custody order. There are a number of factors which will need to be considered in determining where the petition must be filed and... View More

My firm is only in Phoenix. Perhaps another Justia attorney (from Tucson) will reply.

We CAN conduct your free consultation by phone, and we do work in any Arizona county, including Pima County.

Please come in soon. We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options for divorce or legal separation. This is obviously a very important matter, and you should not go in alone.

You may be entitled to an award of spousal maintenance. Spousal maintenance is based upon so... View More

You need to file a "Request for Hearing". You can do so at the same Courthouse that issued the Order.

We can help. Please come in soon. This is obviously a very important matter, and you should not go in alone.

One of our attorneys can explain the issues and procedures... View More

Please come in soon. We can certainly help you consider and then pursue your options for divorce. This is obviously a very important matter, and you should not go in alone. We can then discuss how child support is calculated in Arizona, whether you may be entitled to spousal maintenance (alimony),... View More

Under Arizona law, you are freely permitted to change attorneys anytime you so desire and for any reason whatsoever. It does happen quite often.

If you choose a new attorney, that attorney need simply needs to file a notice of substitution which alerts the court and the opposing party that... View More

Technically, any charges/debts incurred PRIOR to service of the Petition for Dissolution ARE community debts. Technically, he is permitted to spend community funds any time he wants to PRIOR to being served. But, when you add the word "recklessly", I would say that we could pursue our... View More

I would need to now so much more. TYPICALLY, it is very difficult to modify the terms of a Divorce Decree which divides property. What is she claiming is the basis to modify? Did your Father owe her other monies that she is claiming were unpaid?

Also, when was the estate served with her... View More

Although family law courtrooms are very crowded, especially this time of year, Judges for the most part do strive to create workable schedules for working people with minor children. You're right that you need to keep working and supporting your children and you should not miss out because of... View More

There is no black and white when it comes to the law. However, in general, if you added your Wife's name to the title, the presumption is that you "made a gift" to the community.

If you need additional assistance, I recommend contacting an experienced, family law attorney.

You may still be able to obtain a Decree of Annulment.

There is no time limit. You must simply show an impediment to marriage existed.

If you need additional assistance, I recommend contacting an experienced, family law attorney.

You do not need to change your name. It is completely up to you.

Custody (now called "legal decision-making authority) involves major decisions regarding your son such as what type of education he receives and what type of medical care he receives.

This is sometimes based upon who has historically made these decisions, but the result will be... View More

I don't know the specifics of your situation so please do not take this response as being legal advice.

If there are bank accounts, credit card accounts, other accounts, real property (a home and/or land, a building, etc.), those assets should be listed.

If you have items worth... View More

Your situation is very complicated and there is no easy answer. I strongly recommend that you speak with a family law attorney. Once your attorney knows all of the facts, he or she can let you know your best options.

In a divorce, each spouse can make any claims each may believe are justified. The Judge will determine which claims are supported by the facts and which are not. In your case, your Judge will decide if your husband has any interest in this home. I recommend hiring a family law attorney to assist... View More

If you and your husband settle your case, it can work out so that each of you keeps a home. If you do not settle, anything can happen during a trial. If the case goes to a trial you will have an agreement made for you by your Judge and it may not be ideal.

Your case involves two... View More

Arizona is a "no fault" divorce state. There is no longer any need to prove grounds for divorce such as adultery. Because of this, your video may not be useful. I strongly recommend that you discuss this matter with a family law attorney. Your attorney will want to know more about the... View More

Your case is very fact based. Arizona used to have guidelines for payment of alimony (now called "spousal maintenance). When those guidelines were in place, and given what facts you have provided, you would have likely have qualified for "lifetime spousal maintenance.

Without... View More