by Cristi McMurdie | Mar 31, 2025 | Adoption, family law tempe az, step-parent adoption
Building a blended family is a journey filled with love, commitment, and, at times, legal complexities. For many Arizona families, step-parent adoption is a significant milestone that solidifies the bond between a child and a step-parent who has taken on the role of a...
by Cristi McMurdie | Mar 17, 2025 | AZ Grandparents' Rights, family law tempe az, Scottsdale family law
The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is invaluable, offering love, wisdom, and a strong sense of family connection. However, many Arizona grandparents are surprised to learn that their legal rights to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren are...
by Cristi McMurdie | Feb 28, 2025 | Child Custody, Co-Parenting, Parental Rights, Paternity & Father's Rights
Parenting comes with many challenges, and for unmarried parents, legal concerns can add an extra layer of complexity. Many parents are surprised to learn that custody laws in Arizona for unmarried couples differ from those for divorcing parents who have children born...
by Cristi McMurdie | Feb 13, 2025 | Divorce, divorce attorney scottsdale az, Finances, Taxes
Filing taxes is complicated, let alone when you’re going through a divorce. This annual task is made even harder when divorcing. A common question that arises during divorce proceedings is: Who gets the tax refund? Disagreements over refunds can raise tensions,...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jan 31, 2025 | Divorce, divorce attorney scottsdale az, Property Division, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer
Divorce is an emotional and financial major life transition with one of the biggest concerns being who gets what when everything in your marital is divided. If you brought assets into the marriage, received an inheritance, or were gifted property, you may assume those...
