A clear, step-by-step approach to resolving family legal matters in Arizona.
Family law cases are personal and stressful. We guide you through each stage with clear expectations about timelines, costs, and likely outcomes.
Review your situation, explain Arizona family law as it applies to your case, discuss strategy and realistic outcomes. Flat fee consultation or free depending on case type.
Sign retainer agreement, gather necessary documents, prepare and file initial paperwork with court. Serve other party if applicable.
Exchange financial documents, negotiate settlement terms, work toward resolution. Most cases settle during this phase without trial.
Finalize settlement agreement or proceed to trial if necessary. Court issues final orders. Uncontested divorces finalize faster than contested cases.
Contested and uncontested divorce. Property division and debt allocation.
Legal decision-making authority and parenting time schedules.
Calculate and modify child support obligations based on Arizona guidelines.
Alimony determination, modification, and enforcement.
Change custody, support, or other existing court orders when circumstances change.
Enforce existing court orders when the other party doesn't comply.
Arizona requires 60-day waiting period. Total time 2-4 months with agreement.
Most settle within 6-12 months. Complex cases or trial take longer.
Modify existing orders typically faster than original divorce.
Confidential family law consultation