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 | Jun 13, 2025 | Parental Rights, Paternity & Father's Rights, Scottsdale family law
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Apr 16, 2025 | AZ Grandparents' Rights, Child Custody, family law tempe az, Parental Rights, Paternity & Father's Rights, Scottsdale family law
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...
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Dec 31, 2024 | Adoption, Child Custody, Co-Parenting, Collaborative Practice, Divorce, Finances, Parental Rights, Property Division, step-parent adoption, Taxes
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | May 15, 2024 | Co-Parenting, family law tempe az, Parental Rights
Understanding Parental Relocation When considering a relocation that includes the move of your child, you’re likely to face a series of complex decisions and legal requirements, possibly more complex than you have considered, and if so, please read on. Parental...
