by Cristi McMurdie | Dec 30, 2025 | Co-Parenting, Mediation, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
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 Life changes, children grow, and what worked last year might now feel strained or outdated.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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Oct 30, 2025 | Co-Parenting, Mediation, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 29, 2025 | Co-Parenting, family law tempe az, Parental Rights
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jul 31, 2025 | Co-Parenting, Mediation, Scottsdale family law
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jul 16, 2025 | Co-Parenting, family law tempe az
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...
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...
