by Cristi McMurdie | Nov 28, 2025 | Mediation, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
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...
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 | Sep 30, 2025 | Mediation, Scottsdale family law
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...
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 | Jun 30, 2025 | Divorce, divorce attorney scottsdale az, Mediation
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | May 30, 2025 | Mediation
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...
