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Arizona is a community property state. When it comes to property distribution, most assets acquired during the marriage will be equally divided. This usually includes earnings, income, and contributions to retirement plans made during the marriage. There are, however, a few exceptions to this general rule. A spouse’s real and personal property that is owned

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Every divorce is different; however, during the divorce process the same issues will be resolved. During a divorce, the following issues will be addressed: Spousal maintenance Division of property Allocation of debts Confirmation of sole and separate property Attorney fees And if the parties have minor children, additional issues will be addressed concerning: Legal decision

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Any adult resident of the state of Arizona, whether married, unmarried or legally separated is eligible to qualify to adopt children. An Adoption Certification is a certification that a prospective adoptive parents need in order to adopt. The Court is responsible for certifying future parents. Below are the qualifications for the certification. A complete social

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A guardian may be appointed when someone other than the parent wants to be appointed by the court to take over parental responsibilities, such as decisions regarding housing, medical care, and education. Any person interested in the welfare of a minor may petition the court for appointment of a Title 14 guardian. Title 14 Guardianships

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A “dependent child” is one who is in need of proper and effective parental care and control and has no parent or guardian, or the parent or guardian is not willing to exercise or is incapable of exercising care and control Or, a child who is destitute Without adequate food, clothing, shelter or medical care,

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If the police request that you provide a blood, breath, or urine sample when you were stopped and you refuse to provide the same, you will be subject to additional penalties from the Department of Motor Vehicles, including the loss of your driving privileges for one year, even if it is later found that you

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At our firm, we require clients to pay a retainer against which all legal fees and costs will be deducted. The next inquiry then is how often you will be invoice for the legal services rendered in your case. There also may come a time when the initial retainer is exhausted. You should ask the

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Once you are educated as to the legal process, you will be in a better position to discuss litigation tactics and trial strategies. This is your case, your children, and your life – it is important to know what is occurring and why. When you make the appointment for the initial consultation it is important

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Be aware that while you are consulting with the prospective lawyer to see if they meet your particular qualifications that lawyer will be interviewing you as well. Both sides are attempting to see if there is compatibility and if they can work together. The lawyer is paying special attention to whether you will be amenable

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No matter what type of legal issues you are facing, it is important to have a qualified lawyers on your side who understands the law and who cares as much about the outcome of your case as you do. One of the most difficult decisions a person makes is finding the right lawyer. When an

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