by Cristi McMurdie | Apr 14, 2023 | AZ Grandparents' Rights, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Mediation
Mediation is a process in which a neutral third-party mediator facilitates communication and negotiation between the parties involved in a dispute to help them reach a mutually acceptable resolution. In family law mediation, the task of finding a solution lies with...
by Cristi McMurdie | Nov 21, 2022 | Divorce, Mediation, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer
The opening scene of the movie Wedding Crashers shows a couple in the middle of divorce negotiations, each represented by their attorney. Mediators Jeremy and John bring a neutral, albeit unorthodox, perspective to a contentious negotiation. Though there is so much...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 29, 2022 | Collaborative Practice, Divorce, Mediation, Scottsdale family law, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
If you are going through a divorce, trying to negotiate a new or different parenting time schedule, or seeking rights as a grandparent, hiring a lawyer is likely something you might have considered. It is important to know that there are different types of legal...
by Cristi McMurdie | Aug 11, 2022 | Mediation, Scottsdale Divorce Lawyer, Scottsdale family law
Mediation offers benefits for all sorts of legal matters, and while many people consider it a method for business resolutions, mediation can be a very effective way to resolve family law matters, as well. Resolving marital or family disputes through mediation is...
by Cristi McMurdie | Nov 29, 2021 | Divorce, Finances, Mediation
No one gets married with the expectation of getting divorced someday. Regrettably, though, divorce rates are expected to continue climbing and it important to plan in advance if you can. Divorce affects all areas of your life, including your financial health, and can...
by Cristi McMurdie | Oct 25, 2021 | Co-Parenting, COVID-19, Mediation, Parental Rights
The holiday is season is here now, commencing with Halloween! A childhood favorite, this holiday may incite passionate arguments with co-parents who really wanted to trick or treat with their children or take them to their school or neighborhood Halloween party. Even...
