While you have probably heard about common-law marriages, you may not know much more than that they exist. At the Dorris Law Group in Tucson, we are well-versed in the legal details associated with common-law marriages. In today’s post, we’ll take a look at the definition, cover the states that …Read More
An annulment is a legal procedure that exists within both secular and religious systems that declares a marriage null and void, or without validity. It completely and legally erases the marriage as if it never existed. The difference between a divorce and an annulment is that a divorce is the legal …Read More
Navigating the divorce process can be incredibly trying and overwhelming, especially if you are doing so without experienced legal representation on your side. As we reviewed in a previous post, there are several reasons why it may be beneficial to have an attorney in your corner during a divorce. H…Read More
Although there are several circumstances when paternity is presumed under ARS §25-814, there are many times when parental rights are not so clear-cut in the state of Arizona. For unwed mothers and fathers, in particular, establishing paternity is important to preserve their rights and ensure the be…Read More
Parting ways with your spouse can be one of the most difficult choices you will ever have to make, even under the best circumstances. When you have children, negotiating child custody and support can add an additional layer of complexity to your divorce. As an experienced Tucson child support lawyer…Read More
Whether you are the petitioner or the respondent in a divorce, navigating the complex landscape of Arizona divorce law can be difficult without the skilled guidance of an experienced divorce lawyer. At the Dorris Law Group in Tucson, we specialize in many areas of family law, including divorce, chil…Read More
If you are married in the state of Arizona, it is helpful to know what the state statutes have to say about the legality of your union. If you are considering divorce, it is also important to know if you have legal grounds for divorce or not. In today’s post, we’ll review what constitutes a lega…Read More
As one of Tucson’s leading divorce firms, our team has represented countless clients who are pursuing separation or dissolution of their marriage. Even under the best of circumstances, divorce proceedings can be emotional and time-consuming, and having an experienced divorce attorney on your side …Read More
When you decide that it is time to end your marriage, you probably want to do everything you can to ensure that the divorce proceedings conclude as quickly as possible. Whether you are the petitioner or the respondent, there are several things that you can do to make your divorce as amicable as poss…Read More
When a couple seeks a legal separation or divorce, others naturally assume the couple could not see eye to eye on matters of parenting or finances, or that there was some type of discretion that resulted in the demise of the relationship. While these are common reasons that couples decide to end the…Read More