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• LINKS TO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
• VALUATIONS AND REGISTRATION OF ASSETS
• DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALS

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of use of such websites.  PERRY LAW FIRM, PLLC does not make any guarantee as to the accuracy of currency of any of the information contained on the following websites.

LINKS TO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES THAT YOU MIGHT FIND INTERESTING OR THAT MAY BE RELEVANT IN YOUR CASE

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry  - If you need assistance handling any serious or unusually severe problems your child or children might experience as a result of the trauma of divorce or child custody issues, you may find some useful information on the AACAP (American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) website at (http://www.aacap.org).  The AACAP, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in 1953.  Its members research, evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders and pride themselves on giving direction to and responding quickly to new developments in addressing the health care needs of children and their families.

Superior Court of Arizona Family Court information  - If you need information on the Superior Court, Justice Courts, Adult and Juvenile Probation Departments or information on the court programs and services, you may find this website very helpful.  Addresses and telephone numbers for all of the Superior Courts in Maricopa County are provided.  If you are in the midst of a family court proceeding involving divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, parenting time, spousal maintenance or alimony, grandparent´s rights, or legal separation, modification, or enforcement, you may view your case history, the court calendar, a list of lawyers and mediators, and even biographical information on your judge at this website.

Arizona Supreme Court  - If you are interested in reviewing rulings or pending rules relating to your divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, parenting time, spousal maintenance or alimony, grandparent´s rights, legal separation, modification, enforcement, or any number of other family law matters, this website contains recent rulings from the Supreme Court relating to rules, a list of recent amendments to the rules, and a page on which pending rule change petitions may be viewed and new rule petitions and comments may be electronically filed.  

Clerk of the Superior Court of Maricopa County - This website contains a wealth of information about such topics as turning in an address change in a child support case, child support enforcement, child support modification, automated payments, orders of assignment, and wage assignments.  Addresses and telephone numbers to contact for questions that aren´t answered online are provided along with court hours and holiday schedules. 

Arizona State Legislature  - This is a good website to track pending legislation, find contact information for individual legislators, or to stay up-to-date on current issues. This is the website to check if you are interested in researching the Arizona Revised Statues on such issues as enforcement of premarital agreements, separate property or property acquired during marriage, dissolution or divorce, annulment, establishing paternity, custody, parenting time, or child support, or obtaining a legal separation.  If you are contemplating a divorce, A.R.S § 25, Chapter 3, covers such issues as temporary orders or preliminary injunctions, disposition of property, child support, payment of maintenance, restoration of maiden name, and modification and termination of provisions for maintenance and support.  A.R.S § 25, Chapter 4 contains the statutes regarding jurisdiction, the best interests of a child, sole and joint custody, parenting plans, child support, temporary orders, rights of noncustodial parent, visitation rights of grandparents, modification of a custody decree, and custody by a nonparent.  Statutes regarding child support enforcement, overpayment of child support, child support arrearages, and more are found in A.R.S § 25, Chapter 5.

LII The Legal Information Institute  - The Legal Information Institute (LII) is a research and electronic publishing activity of the Cornell Law School.  Information on this website includes not only a comprehensive definition of Uniform Laws, but also contains locators for the Uniform Commercial Code, Uniform Probate Code, Uniform Code of Evidence, and Uniform Business and Finance Laws.  The Uniform Matrimonial and Family Laws Locator links to state laws covering such topics as the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act, the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act, the Uniform Marriage and Divorce Act, and the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act.

US Supreme Court – Directory of US Supreme Court cases.

US Supreme Court Decisions – Court decisions in a searchable database.

US Court of Appeals Opinions - Database containing published and unpublished opinions, and published orders.

Federal & Tribal Court Related Websites

US Government Retirement & Insurance Publications - Federal resources specifically related to retirement and insurance facts.

Internal Revenue Service - Directory of forms, documents & online resources pertaining to the US Department of Treasury.

Social Security Online – Resource on divorce and future retirement benefits, as well as divorce and survivor benefits.

American Arbitration Association - Resources for dispute resolution services worldwide.

Hague Conventions – International conference including a section on child abduction.

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

US State Dept. - Children & Family - Topics include: Intercountry Adoption, International Child Abduction, Child Protection Services, and Family Issues Abroad.

UCCJEA - Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction And Enforcement Act (1997)

NCADV - National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)

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VALUATIONS AND REGISTRATION OF ASSETS

Value and Satellite Photos of US Homes

Kelly Blue Book - Vehicle Pricing & Reviews

Boat Pricing Guide

Orion Blue Book - Used Goods Pricing

McRae´s Blue Book - Industrial Equipment Guide

American Kennel Club

American Cat Fanciers Association

The Jockey Club

Equine Line

Arabian Horse Association

American Quarter Horse Association

Palomino Horse Breeders of America

Appaloosa Horse Club

American Paint Horse Association

American Brahmans

Pinto Horse Association of America, Inc.

Angus The Business Breed

Herefords

American Maine Anjou Association

American Simmental Association

Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America

PC Quote - stock & security resource

American Society of Appraisers (ASA)

Business Valuation Resources

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DIRECTORY OF PROFESSIONALS

In addition to the information you might find at some of the above websites, our office can also provide a directory of professionals for your convenience.  Often times in such matters as a dissolution or child custody, a party will need the assistance of a professional in addition to their family law attorney.  The expertise of such professionals might be indicated to assist in any one or more of the following areas:

Forensic Accounting, Electronic Discovery, Financial Investigative Services
Investigative Accounting and Computer Forensics:

A number of financial issues might arise in connection with a dissolution that will require the assistance of an expert in forensic accounting, investigative accounting or computer forensics.  Such issues might include marital waste, business valuations, stock options, locating hidden assets or income, tracing assets leaving the country, or searching a party´s computer for information relative to litigation.

Qualified Domestic Relations Orders:

Generally, a QDRO is written by a lawyer who practices in the area of employment benefits law, rather than by a divorce lawyer.  QDROs have only been in existence since 1984, and no two pension/retirement plans are identical.  For example, some plans have early retirement buy-outs, supplements, or temporary benefits that may drop off at age 62 or 65 (when the retiree becomes eligible for Social Security benefits). Then there are some non-qualified plans that may not be divisible at all. It´s crucial to have all of this information available during the negotiation process.   To avoid mistakes, adequate Discovery with the plan administrator early in the case is essential. Equally essential, is to involve a pension expert before it´s time to draft the QDRO. An experienced QDRO drafter know the questions to ask and of whom.

Mortgage Broker:

Your family attorney may find it prudent to refer you to a qualified and experienced mortgage broker to answer your questions and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions regarding refinancing your marital residence or other jointly held real estate or investment properties.  A skilled broker should have knowledge of and access to non-traditional loan products and scenarios to fit your individual needs.

Real Estate Appraisers:

When a marital residence must be sold or refinanced in a dissolution process, your family law attorney may refer you to a real estate appraisal company to obtain a real estate valuation that will be accepted by the mortgage lending marketplace.  The appraiser´s recognition and employment of various valuation techniques is paramount in the appraisal process and provides the support and reasoning necessary for a credible value opinion.  Because there are multiple criteria to be considered in an appraisal, you will want to ensure that a qualified, experienced appraiser is selected.

Business Evaluators:

The need for a business valuation might arise when a business was started during marriage or when a business increased in value during the marriage.  Your divorce attorney can help you improve your return on the valuation of a family owned business by referring you to an experienced and qualified business valuator.   A qualified business valuator will analyze the revenues of your business, the assets and liabilities of your business, determine what personal expenses are paid by the business and how your business compares to other similarly situated businesses to arrive at a final valuation of your business.

Counseling:

Individuals struggling with their divorce, struggling with co-parenting with an ex, or couples considering a potential reconciliation will often find psychotherapy beneficial.  Psychotherapy is a process by which you and your psychologist will work together to resolve the problems you might be experiencing as a result of your dissolution process. People often see psychologists for assistance in adjusting to the significant life change caused by a divorce.

Financial Advisors:

A financial advisor may be helpful in providing financial guidance to you during and after your divorce. A divorce can be a time of emotional turmoil and financial upheaval. In particular, a lengthy divorce process can strain your finances. Enlisting the assistance of a professional or a team of professionals that is experienced and dedicated to serving individuals going through a divorce can often be beneficial for added peace of mind and financial security.  Your family law attorney may recommend that you see a financial advisor to define the financial implications of dividing marital assets, and to assist you with understanding the debt, tax liability and penalties associated with transferring and liquidating marital assets.  A financial advisor should be able to provide some long-term financial solutions and investment services during the financial transition of your divorce. 

Trusts and estate planning:

Your family law or divorce attorney may suggest that you see an attorney who can advise you on trusts and estate planning during or after your divorce.  An attorney who focuses on trusts and estate planning can provide a very personalized approach to you if you need to make changes to an existing trust or if you are seeking to protect your estate for yourself and your children following a divorce. Experienced and qualified estate planning attorneys evaluate issues relating to estate and gift planning, selection of fiduciaries, transfers of family businesses, life insurance, retirement planning, trusts, charitable giving, health care, education funding and gift techniques.

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As your attorney, we will always be available to answer any questions specific to your case. The above information is general in nature and nothing herein should be construed as legal advice. Please call our office at 480-491-5152 if you desire additional information or wish to consult privately with an attorney, or click here to contact us online.