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In SC, there are several factors that weigh into visitation with a minor child as well as whether or not spousal support should be paid as well as many other factors that should always be considered when people are divorcing from one another. You may not think of these factors when you are negotiating but if they become important to you later, your ex could likely say they are not doing it because they did not agree to it and it was not ordered for them to do it and they would be correct. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible regarding this matter. Further, I do hereby clearly advise against any reliance on the information as advice or application of it to a specific situation without a more thorough consultation with counsel.

In Arizona you do not need a reason to get a divorce, other than that your marriage is irretrievably broken, with no prospect of reconciliation. The court will not give Spousal Maintenance (alimony) unless you meet the elements set forth in A.R.S.25-319. The Court looks at the best interest of the children when deciding who has the final legal decision making authority ( Sole custody). The court does not consider cheating when deciding on these two issues. I recommend contacting an experienced family law attorney regarding the divorce process.

The term "joint will" has legal meaning and is essentially a contractual Will. Ultimately, a contract with a spouse regarding child support or possession and access would not be binding. A court will always have the final word because judges are bound to issue a final order in the best interest of the children in a suit affecting parent-child relationships (custody suit).  However, you and your husband can come to an agreement regarding your children during a divorce and seek Court approval to make it a final/court order.  A court will normally approve your agreement unless the Court decides the agreement would not be in the children's best interest. In sum, you cannot contractually Will your child and have it be binding on a Court.    For example, I draft a Will and name my sister as guardian of my children if something should happen to me. I die five years from now and my sister is a homeless drug addict and I never changed my Will. My perfect brother files for custody of my children. My drug addict sister is not going to win custody against my brother in a custody battle despite what my Will states. Likewise, if the father of my children is still living, then neither of them would win against the father in the custody battle, Unless the father is also unfit, a parent will always take legal precedent.  As to joint Wills, these are not used very often anymore as they have many potential problems. There are legal alternatives to contractual Will. For instance, an irrevocable trust. I practice in areas of family law, real property law, small business, and estate planning.  As your issues overlap many of these areas, I would suggest you make an appointment for a consultation before you enter into a joint will.  We offer phone consultations for those in the state that live too far to make it to our office in Plano, Texas. Initial consultations are also offered at a reduced rate.