Nov 7, 2022 | Parenting Time, Co-Parenting, Custody, Legal Decision-Making, Parental Conflict, Parenting
A parenting plan is a document that states when the children will be with each parent (parenting time) and how major decisions will be made (legal decision-making). Drafting a parenting plan is a significant task, as it outlines how both parents will handle issues and...
Mar 2, 2022 | Uncategorized, Best Interests of Children, Children, Custody, Family Law, Legal Decision-Making, Legal Presumption, Legislation, Parenting Time
There’s a new bill on the horizon in the Arizona legislature that every parent should be aware of — a law currently being considered by our legislators which could create havoc in Family Court cases involving parenting-time and legal decision-making authority of...
Oct 3, 2021 | Children, Custody, Family Law, Parenting Time
A rapist who fathers a child through sexual assault should not be allowed to have any parental rights. That’s a no-brainer. But then why has it taken so long for the Arizona legislature to address this issue? Rape is such a heinous act, but the fact is that...
May 30, 2021 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Joint Custody, Legal Decision-Making, Litigation, Personal Interest
When you walk into a courtroom for your divorce or custody trial, you are literally placing your future and everything that is important to you, in the hands of a stranger. The judge doesn’t know you, but over the next few hours, she/he is going to listen to your...
May 23, 2021 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law, High-Conflict Disputes, Litigation, Mediation
Saves Time And Money Mediation is almost always significantly quicker and less expensive than litigation. For divorce and custody cases, or any other type of dispute, mediation is a more peaceful and cost-effective alternative. In mediation, a mutually acceptable...
Mar 26, 2021 | Co-Parenting, Custody, Dispute Resolution, Division of Property, Divorce, Joint Custody, Legal Decision-Making, Mediation, Parental Conflict, Parenting, Property Division, Separation, Shared Parenting, Uncategorized
Divorce can be stressful and confusing. It’s always good to have a plan. So to assure that your divorce goes smoothly, follow these steps – from A to Z. A – Ask questions – If you have a question for your attorney, ask it! Asking questions can help you to stay...