Arriving at the decision to divorce is rarely an easy path, and many divorcing spouses feel some trepidation before their first meeting with a divorce lawyer. Choosing the right Arizona divorce attorney for your unique divorce situation is key to a well-executed process, minimal anxiety, and obtaining the most desirable outcome for your family.
In the past, family courts in Arizona and elsewhere routinely decided in favor of mothers having primary custody of children after a divorce while fathers were relegated to every other weekend visitation.
After a divorce, many women revert to their previous last name, or “maiden name.” Most include this stipulation as part of their divorce order to facilitate the change; however, changing a child’s last name isn’t as simple.
Arizona Law upholds the standard of making all decisions in the best interests of children. It’s in a child’s best interest for both parents to meet their obligation to financially support their child.
