HOW TO USE AN ATTORNEY AS A CONSULTANT, AND SAVE MONEY

Mar 20, 2014 | Family Law

It is true that a lawyer can provide useful legal advice, helpful guidance, and strong representation for anyone involved in a Family Law case,  However, not everyone chooses to retain an attorney — and not everyone can afford one.  Fortunately, there are a...

ARIZONA’S SAME-SEX MARRIAGE BAN WILL BE CHALLENGED IN FEDERAL COURT

Mar 15, 2014 | Same-Sex Family Law

As Boomers age and a new generation takes over, public perception of Gay Marriage has undergone a massive change. Today, the gender equality movement is gaining ground and picking up speed. Same-sex marriage has now been legalized in seventeen states, and that number...

WHO CARES HOW I DRESS FOR COURT? — WELL . . . MAYBE THE JUDGE.

Jan 11, 2014 | Family Law

A person came into my office the other day for a “second opinion.”  And he asked me this:   “My attorney advised me that for my custody trial next month, I should cut my hair, trim my beard, and trade my T-shirt and jeans for a nice shirt and slacks....

TEN TIPS FOR SURVIVING YOUR DIVORCE — AND THRIVING

Dec 30, 2013 | Divorce

This year is coming to a close.  If you are in the middle of a divorce – or if you are getting ready to go through one – the next twelve months could be tough.  So, here are some simple guidelines to make the journey less difficult. 1.  Keep your children out of the...

COTTONWOOD JUMPS ON THE BANDWAGON — AND THERE WILL BE MORE TO COME

Dec 20, 2013 | Family Law

What do Cottonwood, Clarkdale, Sedona, Jerome, Bisbee, and Tucson have in common? They have all approved “Civil Unions.”  A wave of tolerance is sweeping over our state – and it will continue spreading until marriage equality becomes a reality, not...