What Every Unmarried Dad in Arizona Should Know About Paternity and Fathers’ Rights
In Arizona, unmarried fathers face a unique set of legal challenges when it comes to establishing their rights with their children. If you’re a dad who wasn’t married to your child(ren)’s mother at the time of their birth, you may be surprised to learn that you don’t...
Co-Parents, Now Is the Time to Plan Upcoming Fall Break
It is hard to believe right now but within a few weeks, Arizona’s summer heat will begin to cool. And just like that, Fall Break is right around the corner. While students are looking forward to time off, for co-parents, this extended school break can create added...
When Divorce Isn’t Really Over: Understanding Post-Decree Disputes in Arizona
Finalizing a divorce often feels like crossing the finish line—but for many, legal issues can continue well after the ink on the decree is dry. In Arizona, post-decree disputes are a common part of life after divorce. Whether it’s a disagreement over spousal...
Mediation for Blended Families
Supporting Stepparents and Strengthening New Family Dynamics Blended families are more common than ever, yet despite their prevalence, they still embody unique challenges. Bringing together children from previous relationships into new family structures and new...
Back to School Co-Parenting for Success This School Year
As summer winds down and backpacks start replacing beach towels, families across Arizona are shifting gears for the coming school year. This seasonal transition can bring additional challenges to co-parenting: juggling parenting schedules, new school-related...
The Mediation Mindset: How Choosing Peace Leads to Better Outcomes in Divorce
Divorce is known for its difficulty however it does not have to be destructive. While traditional courtroom battles may come to mind from the movies and our friends’ stories, more Arizona couples are being progressive and utilizing the power of mediation to resolve...
Arizona Fathers and the Law: Protecting Your Role in Your Child’s Life
In Arizona, more fathers than ever are stepping up to play active, nurturing roles in their children’s lives. Whether you’re divorced, unmarried, or working through a complex parenting arrangement, it is always good to clarify what rights you have—and how to protect...
Top 7 Questions About Mediation for Private Parties Answered
Family legal disputes—whether involving divorce, custody of children, co-parenting or post decree enforcement or modification--bring much uncertainty and leads to emotional stress and increased dissension. In these modern times, not every disagreement needs to be...
Arizona Divorce 101: A Practical Guide to Mediation, Collaboration, and Court
Divorce is one of life’s most emotionally and financially challenging experiences. For Arizona couples, understanding the choices you can make on different paths to obtain your divorce often makes a significant difference in your financial, emotional and family...
Facing a Family Legal Dispute? Mediation Offers Resolutions Outside of Court
Family legal disputes are emotionally taxing on every level – financially, mentally, emotionally, and even physically. Whether you are dealing with divorce, child custody, or another family conflict that requires outside assistance, going to court might be the last...
When It Takes a Village: What Arizona Law Says About Third-Party Rights
Raising a child sometime requires the love and care of people beyond the biological parents for a host of different reasons. Sometimes, a non-parent becomes a central figure in a child's life, providing daily physical care, transportation, emotional support, and often...
How a Lawyer for Child Custody Can Help with Arizona 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...
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