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Who Qualifies for Spousal Maintenance in Arizona?

In Arizona, spousal maintenance can sometimes be important for ensuring financial stability when a marriage ends. If you’re going through a divorce, you might wonder if you qualify for spousal maintenance or if you might need to provide it. Factors like how long you were married, your financial situation, and contributions to the family all…

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Can You Receive Alimony if You Had an Affair?

The dissolution of a marriage can be a complex and emotionally charged process, particularly when issues such as infidelity come into play. In Arizona, spousal support, or alimony, is awarded based on various factors, including the financial circumstances of both parties and the duration of the marriage. However, one question that often arises is whether…

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Spousal Support When You are Self-Employed

Navigating the intricacies of spousal support, also known as alimony, can be challenging for any divorcing couple. However, when one or both spouses are self-employed, the process becomes even more complex. Self-employment often involves fluctuating income, variable expenses, and unique financial considerations that require careful evaluation when determining spousal support. It’s vital to understand how…

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Are There Alimony Requirements When Domestic Partnerships End?

When a domestic partnership ends in Arizona, the rules for alimony that apply to divorces might not directly translate to this less formal union. Unlike marriage, domestic partnerships entail a unique set of legal bindings and, consequently, a different framework for financial support upon dissolution. Understanding how these distinctions impact financial obligations between partners is…

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How Long Will You Have to Pay Alimony in Arizona?

Alimony, known as spousal maintenance in Arizona, involves a financial obligation paid to a spouse after divorce. The duration of these payments is influenced by various factors, including the length of the marriage, individual financial needs, and the payer’s ability to support. The landscape of spousal maintenance in Arizona is shaped by these elements, each…

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Ending Alimony Early for Retirement or Other Reasons

Ending alimony early due to retirement or significant life changes is a possibility many individuals seek to explore as they adjust to new phases in their lives. Designed to support a former spouse financially after divorce, alimony can become a point of contention when circumstances such as retirement significantly alter one’s financial landscape. This raises…

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Modifications of Spousal Maintenance After a Disability

Navigating through the challenges of divorce can often be complex and emotionally taxing, particularly when it comes to financial matters such as spousal maintenance. This process can be further complicated if one party experiences a life-altering event, such as becoming disabled. A disability can greatly impact an individual’s earning capacity and ability to meet their…

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What Are the Risks of Not Paying Alimony in Arizona?

Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony, is commonly ordered in Arizona divorce cases. Oftentimes, the spouse responsible for making the payments faces difficult financial circumstances, and missing a payment might cross their mind.  Regardless of the economics of their situation, the responsible spouse should do everything in their power to fulfill their court-mandated obligation. The…

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Will I Still Get Alimony if My Ex Goes Bankrupt?

Spousal maintenance can be a hotly contested issue in a divorce. In Arizona, either spouse has the right to request that the court grant an order for spousal maintenance, more commonly known as “alimony.” While either spouse has the right to make such a request, there is no guarantee that the court will award alimony….

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