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What Is Probate? Probate is a legal proceeding in which a decedent’s assets (person who has died) are distributed while overseen by the court. It happens in a court in the county where the decedent was living at the time of their death. Not all estate items have to go through probate. In Arizona, probate […]

What Are Grounds for Filing for Divorce in Arizona? When filing for divorce (called the dissolution of marriage in Arizona), it’s important to understand that Arizona is a no-fault state. That means that in most cases, neither spouse needs to be designated at fault for the marriage’s breakdown; it’s enough to say that the marriage

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