Before You Start
This checklist is designed for Arizona spouses who are preparing for divorce, responding to divorce papers, attending mediation, or getting ready for settlement discussions. You may not need every item listed, but this guide can help you build a complete picture of your marriage, finances, and parenting issues.
Arizona Law Notes
Arizona divorce courts address community property, community debt, spousal maintenance, child support, legal decision-making, and parenting time. Property acquired during marriage is generally community property unless an exception applies. Child support is calculated under Arizona's Child Support Guidelines, and spousal maintenance is governed by the Arizona spousal maintenance calculations and other factors.
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1. Identity, Marriage, and Court Documents
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2. Income Records
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3. Bank, Investment, and Retirement Accounts
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4. Real Estate and Housing Records
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5. Debts and Monthly Expenses
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6. Parenting and Child-Related Records
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7. Spousal Maintenance Records
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8. Evidence of Unusual Financial Activity
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FAQs
Common Questions
How far back should I gather financial documents?
A practical starting point is 2 years, but some cases require more, especially when separate property, business valuation, hidden assets, or long-term income patterns are disputed.
Do I need documents for all accounts?
Yes, you need all joint accounts and all of the accounts that each spouse is alleging is sole and separate.
Should I take originals or copies?
Keep originals safe when possible and provide copies or digital scans to your attorney. Do not remove documents unlawfully or access accounts without authorization.
What if my spouse controls all financial records?
Gather what you can legally access, ask the spouse for passwords on joint accounts and make a list of what is missing so you can advise your attorney. Formal disclosure and discovery is required during the divorce process so don't worry if you cannot access all of this information right now.
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This checklist is for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Arizona family law can be fact-specific, and court procedures may vary by county. If you are preparing to file, respond, negotiate, mediate, or appear in court, speak with an Arizona family law attorney about your situation.