People seem to always pine for the “good old days.” And, sure, there is plenty to complain about today, but America in 2015 is far more tolerant, compassionate, and evolved than at any time in U.S. History — or maybe even human history. When I was growing up...
Over the past few years, a number of studies have come out which purport to show that children raised in single-parent households are more likely to live in poverty, lag behind in academics, and have more emotional problems than children raised in two-parent...
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...
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....
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...
On November 22, 1963, I was sitting in my fifth-grade classroom in Phoenix, Arizona when a voice came on the intercom informing us that President John F. Kennedy had been shot. The children sat in stunned, frightened silence at the news. Some began to cry. Some became...
