How does mediation work?
First, the parties must decide that they are able to discuss and consider their issues with each other through mediation. The parties may decide to initiate a free telephone consultation with one of your attorneys. Then, the parties make an appointment and come to our office here in Scottsdale. Be aware that the proceedings are…
What is mediation like at Best Law Firm?
Mediation with Best Law Firm is designed to be a win-win solution for the parties involved. Parties do not require a retained attorney to represent their interests, but outside counsel is not discouraged. It is recommended that an attorney review any final legal documents before they are signed or filed with the court. In addition…
In Arizona, what is an early resolution conference?
There are two different conferences that the court will schedule. The conference that the court schedules will be determined on whether you or your spouse is represented by counsel. If neither you nor your spouse is represented by counsel, the court will schedule an Early Resolution Conference. If either you or your spouse is represented…
What happens after the papers are served here in Arizona?
After the service of the petition other “clocks” begin ticking. For example, within forty (40) days after a party has been served with the initial documents, documentation concerning finances and property needs to be disclosed to the other party. This is mandated in Family Rule 49, which requires… Depending upon what you request in your…
What if I have no idea where the other party lives?
You qualify under this section of service if the following has been completed: 1. You have filed a petition with the accompanying documents here in Arizona, AND 2. You do not know where the other party is, AND 3. You have tried all reasonable ways to find your spouse, including: a. Mailed by certified mail…
Simple ways to serving the other party here in Arizona (Continued)
When people think of service, they generally think of a process server doing the job. With this method, you hire a process server to physically deliver those documents to your spouse. You will need to give the process server specific information as to where he or she can find your spouse. It is best to…
Simple Steps to “Serving” the Other Party in Arizona (continued)
Another option to service is mail or other delivery service requiring signature confirmation. This option requires that you send all of your documents using certified mail, restricted delivery. The “restricted delivery” entails a minor fee, but ensures that the deliverer confirm that he or she is delivering personally to your spouse. When you receive this…
How do you serve the other party with dissolution documents in Arizona?
“Service” is the technical name for the other party receiving from you the documents that you have filed. Arizona courts require one party to show proof that the other person was served. In today’s legal world, service does not have to be done with a process server. Instead, you can simply mail the documents to…
What if my spouse will not give me current financial information relating to his change in jobs from Scottsdale to Flagstaff?
You may send a written request by certified mail to your former spouse’s employer or former employer requesting detailed information about all pay and benefits paid to your former spouse by the employer. You may also file a Petition for Order to Show Cause or Request for Expedited Hearing, requiring your spouse to provide you…
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