People often want to “win” in their divorce, even though it is not a contest. Winning can take different forms depending on someone's priorities. Some parents try to punish their spouse by depriving them of time with their shared children. Others want to win by...
Many couples have children without getting married. Unfortunately, dads in these situations may lose their rights if their romance with the mother falls apart. Family courts in Arizona recognize that children need both parents to thrive. They no longer automatically...
You want to take your kids on a Spring Break trip. This seems simple enough, and thousands of other parents will be doing the same. Here’s the catch: You’re divorced and you share custody with your ex. Do you need to tell them about your plans? What does your custody...
Your divorce wasn’t easy, and the custody issues were tough to handle -- but you thought you finally had a workable agreement in place. Then, your ex-spouse got involved with a new partner who is now living in the same house as your children. Is it time to head back...
Shared custody or co-parenting is typically the preferred outcome for parents with minor children going through a divorce. Given that the Arizona family courts focus on the best interests of the children, protecting both parents' relationships is a priority except in...
You’ve heard that the winter months are the time of year when divorce cases spike. Since you’ve been thinking about filing for divorce for a while, this catches your attention. Are you really more likely to end your marriage in the winter? Why it happens It is true...
When Arizona couples decide to end their marriages, anger, sadness and other intense emotions often overwhelm practical decision-making on how to proceed. When a relationship becomes contentious, it’s not unusual to want to have your day in court, especially if you’ve...
A couple’s separation is not always a precursor to divorce. Sometimes, they will decide on a “trial separation” when one or both spouses feels that they need time apart to get some space and perspective. Trial separations can follow a traumatic event, like the...
When people are filing for divorce, they often struggle with loss, fear and anger. Amid these emotional challenges, it can be difficult to think clearly. If you are getting divorced, consider the following tips for preparing yourself and your family for the legal...
If you share custody of your kids with your ex-spouse, you want to raise them in a fun and intellectually stimulating environment. Taking a family vacation may help you accomplish this objective, as children who travel tend to develop the sort of social, physical and...