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What is Family Law as it Relates to Divorce? Family law is a branch of law that focuses on resolving legal issues that relate to family and domestic situations. Divorce is one of the many areas that family law addresses. Other areas that are covered in family law include marriage, legal separation, annulments, spousal support, […]

What is a Special Needs Trust? If you have members of your family with special needs, you may have heard of using a “Special Needs Trust” to ensure their continued high-quality care. A trust, in itself, is a legal arrangement that allows designated assets to be managed and distributed according to the creator’s intentions. A

What is a Custodial Parent? The term “custodial parent” is used in family law contexts to refer to the parent who has been granted physical custody of a child when the parents are separated. The child permanently lives with the custodial parent, who provides for their food, shelter, and schooling and supervises their day-to-day activities. 

Do You Need to Prepare a Will or an Estate Plan? Many people confuse writing a will with planning an estate. After all, a will is a legal document that indicates how your estate will be divided and distributed at the time of your death, and you’ll need an Arizona estate planning lawyer to help

Do You Need to Establish a Trust? To set up a trust in the State of Arizona, the first step is scheduling a no-cost initial consultation with an Arizona trust attorney. If you own a business or a home in this state, have a family, or own significant properties and assets, setting up a trust

Do You Have an Estate Plan in Place? If you own a business in Arizona, if you have a family, or if you have significant properties and assets, you should already have an estate plan in place. If you don’t, it’s time to begin the estate planning process with the advice and guidance of an

What Is a Health Care Power of Attorney? A “Power of Attorney” or POA, is a legal document that gives another person the authority to act on your behalf. A health care power of attorney is a form of POA that authorizes an adult to make health care decisions on your behalf when you can

The Importance of Creating a Well-Crafted Will A well-crafted will can go a long way towards giving you peace of mind that your children, assets, and even pets are well cared for after you are gone. Aside from reassurance in the present, a secure last will and testament makes it possible for a smooth execution

What Is a Living Trust? In considering your estate planning options, you may have encountered the term “living trust” and wondered about its meaning. “Trust” refers to a legal arrangement used to manage and distribute assets. A “living trust” refers to a legal arrangement created to manage an individual’s assets while living and then distribute