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 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 30, 2025 | Mediation, Scottsdale family law
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...
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 | Mar 17, 2025 | AZ Grandparents' Rights, family law tempe az, Scottsdale family law
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...
by Cristi McMurdie | Dec 10, 2024 | In the News, Scottsdale family law, Tempe Divorce Lawyer
At McMurdie Law & Mediation, we are honored and thrilled to announce that we’ve been recognized with the prestigious 2024 “People Love Us on Yelp” award! This acknowledgment comes directly from the trust and positive feedback of our amazing clients and community....
