Divorce does more than end a marriage. It also reshapes financial futures. From income drops to increased debt, the economic toll can be staggering. For many people, the emotional weight of divorce overshadows the financial consequences, but ignoring the numbers can...
When you share custody of your child in Arizona, moving to a new city or state comes with important legal steps. While it could be tempting to just leave the state, it is crucial to understand that there is a legal process involved. You must follow the rules to avoid...
Divorce is a life-altering decision that often comes with a whirlwind of emotions, legal considerations and logistical challenges. For parents, breaking the news to their children is one of the most delicate elements of the process. Ideally, this conversation is...
There are many reasons why parents may find themselves disagreeing about child support. They may have unusual circumstances that make them question the applicability of the standard child support rules. Families with unusual circumstances may find that the standard...
Parents don’t usually make the decision to divorce without a lot of consideration. Once you make this decision, you’ll have to share the news with your children. In some cases, the kids may be perceptive enough to know what’s coming, but it can come as a complete...
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...
On its face, the divorce process may seem relatively straightforward, especially if you and your spouse are on somewhat amicable terms and you think you can work out a resolution with them. As a result, you might be driven to save money by foregoing legal...
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,...
