Child Custody

The emotions that are often tied into a divorce can make people act irrationally. But if the behavior that is being exhibited is indicative of a bigger problem, you may want to consider asking the court to order a psychological or some other sort of mental health...

Just about any aspect of a divorce and family law case in Arizona can be challenging personally, financially and emotionally. One of the most difficult areas to navigate is child custody and parenting time. Even in cases where the parents are on good terms and want to...

Child abuse allegations during a custody battle must be taken seriously. The presence of abuse is a factor the court considers when making a custody decision, and an abuse allegation that is determined valid by a court can have major ramifications on a custody...

When parents divorce, they generally still want to have a meaningful relationship with their child and to see them as often as possible per their child custody order. To ensure the child custody order is honored, parents must practice co-parenting following their...

If one is contemplating divorce in our state, when there are children involved, the first thing that comes to mind is child custody. The health and welfare of our children is always our primary concern. But, for our Arizona readers, our state makes the process very...

Name changes are a regular occurrence following a divorce, particularly for women who wish to return to their maiden name. But there are also occasions when a parent may wish to change the name of their child. The reasons are personal to the individual and the change...

When Arizona couples divorce and there are children from the marriage, child custody and parenting time are prominent issues in the case. Even after it is settled and one parent has been granted custody and the other receives reasonable time with the child, other...

Caring for a child after a divorce can be complicated, particularly if the child’s parents do not get along. However, in Arizona and jurisdictions throughout the country, parents do not drop their responsibilities to their children just because their personal...

Parents in Arizona and elsewhere feel the excitement and stress of family relationships a little more closely during the holiday season. For families whose parents have recently split, the challenges of creating a new normal while still preserving traditions can be...

When Arizona couples are going through divorce, the upheaval to their goals, finances and everyday lives can be overwhelming. But where children are involved, reaching an agreement on parenting time must be a priority. For the non-custodial parent, what will this look...