Filing for Divorce When Your Spouse is Not in Arizona
Filing for Divorce When Your Spouse is Not in Arizona Arizona Revised Statute 25-312 says that as long one spouse has been an Arizona resident for 90 days, you can file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) in Arizona, regardless of where you were married. It is not necessary for your spouse to […]
Arizona Divorce, Annulment, and Legal Separation
Arizona Divorce, Annulment, and Legal Separation In Arizona, couples have three options for legally changing their married status: divorce, annulment, or legal separation. Divorce is a legal termination of marriage. Annulment is a legal finding that a marriage was invalid from the start. Legal separation leaves spouses married but separates their income and debts going […]
What is probate?
Arizona’s Probate Process What is probate? Probate is a legal process in which the court appoints a personal representative of the estate of a person who has died and if there is a Last Will and Testament, probate finds the Will is valid and admits it into probate. That personal representative is responsible […]
Living Will and Health Care Power of Attorney
Although most people agree that planning for the future of their health care is a wise thing to do, still more than half Americans are not taking the necessary steps to secure the documents needed to protect their choices. We’ve all heard stories on the news about people whose family members were divided over the […]
Small Estate Affidavit of Succession and Avoiding Probate
Avoiding Probate with a Small Estate Affidavit of Succession Many people wonder whether or not they have to go through probate when a loved one dies with a small estate. The answer is “yes” — there are alternatives to probate, and we at AZ Statewide Paralegal can help you with them. Small Estate […]
How do I transfer the title or deed of a house?
Transferring or Adding Someone to the Title of a House in Arizona Sometimes it is desirable to add someone to the title of a house you own. Arizona offers two ways to accomplish this: a quit claim deed or a warranty deed. This article covers the difference between the two types of deeds and the […]
Divorce
Starting Your Divorce with AZ Statewide Paralegal AZ Statewide Paralegal offers professional legal document preparation services. We have decades of experience preparing documents for divorces in Arizona. By using our service you can avoid the expense of a high priced attorney so that you can focus your financial resources on helping your family make […]
Civil Lawsuits
Civil Lawsuits in Arizona When many people think of the courts, they often think of criminal law – cases where someone is being prosecuted by the government after being accused of a crime. However, there is another branch of law that handles issues among individuals, businesses, and corporations. This is called civil law. […]
How to form an LLC in Arizona
Form an Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Arizona Starting a business and watching it grow can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It is important that a business is incorporated properly in order to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks of business ownership. There are a variety of business entities, including sole proprietorships, […]
Health Care Power of Attorney
What is Power of Attorney? You may have heard the phrase “power of attorney” before, but do you know what it means? Understanding this key legal document is important, since most people could benefit from one at some point in their lives. A power of attorney is a legal document that you can […]