Child Custody

As we’ve discussed previously on the blog, parental alienation is real, and it can be extraordinarily harmful to kids. Courts have become more receptive to parental alienation arguments, too, making them a key piece of child custody cases throughout Arizona. While you...

Sometimes, situations change quickly, and when a child’s safety is at risk, the court may step in through an emergency custody motion. These are legal requests that ask a judge to temporarily change who has custody of a child, usually when there is a serious concern...

Navigating shared custody can be a delicate dance, especially when children begin to express a preference. The kids may prefer spending all their weekends with one parent, the so-called “fun” parent.  While both parents may be loving, responsible and involved, kids...

Adults who are going through a divorce and share children should ensure they’re doing what they can to help their children thrive. Part of this is finding ways to work as a parenting team so the children get what they need.  It’s not always easy to work with your ex,...

In most Arizona custody cases, parents are awarded joint legal custody by a court. Legal custody involves making major decisions for children. Examples include decisions about education, healthcare and religion. Legal custody is different from physical custody,...

Child custody can be a complex topic, especially when considering a child's wishes. In Arizona, the child's preferences do play a role in custody decisions. Types of custody in Arizona Arizona recognizes two main types of custody: physical custody and legal custody....

Many Arizona families include stepparents who care for their spouse's children daily. Yet state laws give stepparents and biological parents different rights. These differences affect daily decisions about children's lives and future care.   What the law says about...

In Arizona family law cases, children need to be given close attention to make sure they are in a safe and nurturing environment. The court strives to serve the child’s best interests above all. This can be complicated in many cases, but it is particularly problematic...

Parenting across long distances comes with a unique set of challenges that can significantly impact both the child and the parents. For parents living far away, staying actively involved in their child's daily life can be difficult – especially after a divorce, when...

A child custody dispute can be highly contentious, with each parent thinking they know what’s best for their child. If you’re unprepared to advocate for your position and counter the other parent’s arguments, then the court may side with the other parent, thereby...