How a Postnuptial Agreement in Arizona Can Strengthen a Marriage
When couples hear the term “postnuptial agreement,” they often assume it signals trouble. In reality, a postnuptial agreement in Arizona can be a powerful tool for strengthening a marriage—not ending one. Unlike a prenuptial agreement, which is signed before marriage,...
Do You Need a Lawyer for Everything in an Arizona Divorce?
Not every family law case requires full legal representation from start to finish. For some individuals, hiring an attorney for specific tasks, rather than the entire case, can provide the right balance of guidance and affordability. If you’re handling much of your...
How Mediation Helps Unmarried Couples Resolve Parenting and Property Issues
More couples today are choosing to build lives together without getting married. Whether it’s a long-term relationship, shared home ownership, or raising children together, these partnerships often involve deep emotional and financial ties. But when an unmarried...
Putting Children First During Divorce: Honoring International Child-Centered Divorce Month
Each January, families around the world observe International Child-Centered Divorce Month, an initiative dedicated to helping parents protect their children’s emotional health before, during, and after divorce. The campaign, founded by Rosalind Sedacca, CDC,...
Alternative Dispute Resolution Can Smooth the Way to Peaceful Co Parenting in 2026
As a new year begins, many co-parents are reflecting on how well their current parenting plans are working. Life changes, children grow, and what worked last year might now feel strained or outdated. Instead of heading back to court, many Arizona families are turning...
End of Year Financial Planning Tips for Protecting Assets During Divorce
As the year comes to a close, many individuals are reviewing their financial health, setting goals for the new year, and tying up loose ends. If you're in the middle of a divorce, or expect to be soon, year-end financial planning takes on added urgency. It's the...
Why Arizona Couples Are Choosing Mediation Instead of Litigation
When a marriage ends, emotions can run high and the instinct for many is to call a lawyer and prepare for court. But more Arizona couples are discovering that litigation isn’t the only path to resolution. In fact, mediation vs litigation is one of the most important...
Grandparent Rights and Holiday Visitation in Arizona
The holiday season is a time for family, tradition, and connection. But for many grandparents in Arizona, the joy of spending time with grandchildren can be clouded by complicated family dynamics—especially following a divorce or custody dispute involving their adult...
Spousal Maintainance (Alimony) Guidelines: Cristi on Money & the Mattress Podcast
Spousal Maintainance (Alimony) Guidelines Ever changing laws mean updating knowlegebase...And family law attorney Cristi McMurdie is a prime example of an attorney who is ahead of the game! In this episode she shares all the latest info available for those people...
How Co-Parenting Mediation Can Help You Plan a Peaceful Thanksgiving
The holiday season is filled with emotion, excitement, and, let’s be honest, stress. For co-parents, holiday stress often begins before the first slice of pumpkin pie is served. Between coordinating travel plans, school breaks, extended family gatherings, and your...
Understanding Military Benefits, VA Disability and Support Obligations in Veteran Divorce
At McMurdie Law & Mediation, we proudly serve those who have served our country. Veterans and military families face unique legal considerations during divorce, especially when it comes to understanding how VA disability, military pensions, and other military...
How Mediation Helps When Parenting Plans Need to Be Updated
Parenting plans should be designed to give certainty and stability for children and clarity for parents after separation or divorce. When lives change whether it is the parents or the children .ie maybe a job change, a relocation, or your child starting high school...
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