by Cristi McMurdie | Sep 30, 2026 | family law tempe az, Pre- and Post-Nuptial Agreements & Marriage Planning, Prenuptial Agreements, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
Mention a prenuptial agreement and some people immediately think about divorce because they are not activated until divorce. However, that misses an important part of what a prenuptial agreement can accomplish in the terms of your operating marriage. So, do prenuptial...
by Cristi McMurdie | Sep 15, 2026 | Child Custody, Co-Parenting, Legal Decision Making, Parenting Plans, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
When parents separate or divorce, one of the biggest questions and areas of emotional concern is often, “Who gets custody?” In Arizona, however, the law uses different terminology than many states to reduce the bias that was attached to those old terms, “custody,”...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jul 31, 2026 | Divorce, divorce attorney scottsdale az, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
If you are considering divorce, timing matters more than many people realize. While it may be tempting to wait until the end of the year, starting the process sooner can make a meaningful difference in how and when your case is resolved. Understanding the divorce...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jul 15, 2026 | Co-Parenting, family law tempe az, Parenting Plans
As summer winds down, families begin preparing their children for a new school year. For co-parents, this transition brings more than just shopping for supplies and paying registration fees. It often requires revisiting schedules, responsibilities, and expectations. ...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jun 30, 2026 | Co-Parenting, Parenting Plans
After a divorce, holidays and special occasions usually change in the ways they were previously celebrated. Sometimes it is challenging to work it out. Days like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and a child’s birthday are often important for both parents and navigating...