- DivorceThe state of Arizona recognizes two kinds of dissolution of the marriage, or divorce. The type of divorce is largely determined by how easily the two parties come to agreements in the divorce. This means the divorce could be uncontested, where there is little dispute about the divorce, or a contested divorce where significant disputes exist. Here is a brief summary of how each kind of divorce might look...
- Child SupportWhen your family’s circumstances change, this can necessitate a modification of child support. You’ll want to know exactly how much you deserve to be paid so that you ensure all of your child’s needs are met even as they change over time. The loss of your job or a newly acquired disability are examples of reasons you could qualify for an adjustment to child support payments. Also, if your child should incur extraordinarily high medical expenses, this could mean a modification of child support is necessary. Your child’s needs are your top priority, so don’t let these expenses stop you from giving them the best. Our legal team knows how to achieve the results you want for your family. Let us help you navigate the procedures involved with adjusting your child support payments—make the call today to schedule your free initial consultation in Phoenix at 623-777-3909.
- Child Custody and VisitationEach family law case in unique. Therefore, it is important to consult with a trusted family law attorney to analyze your case and create a strategy for moving forward. When you’re dealing with a family law issue like a disputed child custody agreement or a divorce, it can be difficult to know what attorney to choose among all those available in the Phoenix area. A good place to start is to look for a law firm that focuses primarily on family law so you can be sure they have experience in a wide variety of cases. The Sampair Group, for example, deals almost exclusively in family law and will be able to recognize the nuances that your situation requires for the right outcome for you. Some other considerations in choosing your lawyer are whether the lawyer communicates well with you and includes you in legal decisions. Our legal team wants to put your needs first, and we are ready and waiting for you to reach out to us 623-777-3926 today.
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- PaternityThe Sampair Group focuses on both simple and complex family law matters throughout Maricopa County. We provide aggressive, affordable legal representation for complex divorce cases, high conflict child custody, child relocation, division of property and debt, paternity matters, spousal maintenance (alimony) and the issuance of Temporary and Emergency Orders. Offices located in Glendale, Scottsdale and Chandler Arizona.
- Premarital AgreementWhether a party is eligible for alimony is determined by the courts on a case-by-case basis. The court takes several factors into account including: Duration of marriage. Earning capacity of each spouse. Age of each spouse. Contributions the spouses made during the marriage (e.g. Putting the other through school or staying home to raise the children). Age of children. Prenuptial Agreement. Courts may also consider any other economic circumstances in determining whether alimony is proper and the amount that should be awarded. Every state has different laws regarding alimony and the factors to be considered. More than one-half of the states in the country no longer take fault into account in granting or limiting alimony. Alimony may be received weekly or monthly or in a lump sum payment. Either the parties or the court will determine the method of how alimony is received. Alimony is taxable income to the recipient and must be reported on yearly tax returns. It is also constitutes a deductible amount by the payer.
- Spousal SupportThere are three types of alimony: permanent, rehabilitative, and temporary alimony. Permanent alimony is typically awarded to one who is not and cannot become financially independent. Permanent alimony may not last for the life of the recipient. Factors including, but not limited to, age of the parties, the recipient’s marital status, the recipient’s need for continued financial assistance, and a change in the payer’s ability to provide alimony, are all taken into account when determining whether permanent alimony should be continued after initially awarded. Rehabilitative alimony is temporary in nature. It gives a party a chance to obtain an education or additional career training in order to become self-supporting. Temporary alimony is alimony that lasts for a specific period of time usually one to two years. It is awarded in circumstances when the recipient needs a bit of financial assistance for a short and fixed period of time. Temporary alimony may also be awarded during the pendency of divorce proceedings.
- Legal SeparationBrandy has assisted Arizona families with family law matters for 20+ years. She has used her skills to represent clients in every area of family law, including: divorce, legal separation, paternity, child support, decree enforcements and modifications, alternative dispute resolution and more. With experience, determination and finesse, Brandy has successfully guided Hundreds of families through difficult times and onto new beginnings.
- AnnulmentWhen a family dispute seems impossible to resolve, many times, people believe that the answer is to go through a legal process such as divorce or annulment. Read More
- Child AbuseFamily law includes a wide range of legal needs that face many families today. Couples may find themselves facing issues in their marriage that could possibly result in several different outcomes, such as an annulment, separation, or divorce, depending on the situation. When children are involved in these conflicts, the matter becomes even more complicated. The question of who will raise and provide for the children must be settled, and this is not easily done between marital partners who are already at odds with one another. Some other matters dealt with in our family law practice are adoption, child abuse, alimony, and paternity. All of these scenarios require a great deal of legal knowledge and finesse, as well as all the time it takes just to deal with paperwork. During this tough time, reach out to someone you can trust to be compassionate and capable, such as our family law lawyers. We will be by your side, helping you get the results you need and deserve. Call The Sampair Group today at 623-777-3926 to explore your options.
- DUI/DWIEsperanza Fragoso grew up in Phoenix and graduated from Cesar Chavez High School. She received her Bachelor’s degree with honors from Arizona State University. She then earned her law degree from Arizona Summit Law School. She is currently licensed to practice law in Arizona. In addition to her experience in family law, Ms. Fragoso also has experience with criminal cases such as DUI’s and domestic violence.
- Restraining OrderThe field of family law in Arizona involves a wide range of legal actions. With the more than 60 years of experience combined among our family law attorneys, we know we have pretty much seen it all. One common family law situation that we help with is dissolving marriages, either through a divorce, annulment, or legal separation, as well as all of the issues involved in those proceedings. We can help you and your ex resolve child custody, child support, division of communal property, and spousal support questions. We are also ready and able to help you if you need temporary or emergency orders, such as restraining orders.