Filing for divorce can be a very difficult decision, and you should consult with a knowledgeable and compassionate lawyer before making a final decision. Arizona law does allow for no-fault divorce however — an option that is not available in all states.
What is No-Fault Divorce?
No-fault divorce allows one spouse to file for divorce and dissolve the marriage even if the other spouse does not agree to the divorce. As long as one spouse petitions under oath that there is an "irretrievable breakdown" in the marriage, a divorce may be granted. Short of domestic violence or abuse, the court's determination regarding the divorce petition will be based on the best interests of your children, including and necessary rulings on child support, child custody and parenting time.
Please call us today at 888-496-7764 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation at our Chandler office. We will discuss your unique situation, your options and how to prepare for divorce.
Arizona Uncontested/Contested Divorce Attorneys
At Thompson Law Firm, we strongly encourage our East Valley and Maricopa County uncontested and contested divorce clients to pursue divorce mediation or negotiation as an alternative to litigation. No one knows your family better than you, and rather than a judge making decisions that will impact the rest of your life, our experienced attorneys can help you maintain control and find agreeable resolutions concerning your children's best interests and all other aspects of your divorce process, including:
- Spousal maintenance/alimony
- Prenuptial agreements
- Postnuptial agreements
- Asset division and property settlement
- Community property
- Business division
Infidelity in Divorce
Infidelity is not a factor in divorce cases, unless one spouse has committed "waste" of community assets during the marriage through his or her expenses to maintain an extramarital affair. Expenses such as travel, jewelry, property and other spent money on a boyfriend or girlfriend can be credited to the other spouse in settlement or litigation, but infidelity does not affect any other part of divorce.
Contact Us Today
Please call us at 888-496-7764 or contact us online to schedule an appointment with our experienced Chandler no-fault divorce attorneys. Our full-service, boutique law firm can help you overcome obstacles and find practical solutions. We also represent clients in separation agreements.
