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...
What Arizona Grandparents Should Know About Their Legal Rights
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...
Custody Laws in Arizona for Unmarried Couples and What Every Parent Needs to Know
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...
Who Gets the Tax Refund? Handling Joint Tax Returns During Divorce
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,...
Keeping Sole and Separate Property Safe from Division in Divorce
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...
Cristi McMurdie guest appearance on “Money and the Mattress” Podcast
Divorce…I have Options? January 21, 2025 Arizona Divorce Options, a newly formed non-profit in the Phoenix Metro Area, provides a wealth of information for parties who desire to preserve their assets, treat each other fairly, and protect their children despite the...
Child Tax Credits and Earned Income Credit for Divorced Parents in Arizona
For divorced parents in Arizona, understanding how to handle tax benefits like the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Earned Income Credit (EIC) is essential. These credits can provide much-needed financial support, however knowing who is entitled to claim them—and ensuring...
Wrapping Up 2024: Must-Read Blogs on Family Law and Mediation
As we close out 2024, based upon our analytics we wanted to share with you highlights from this year’s most popular and impactful blog posts. At McMurdie Law & Mediation, we’ve covered a wide range of family law topics, offering insights to help families address...
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