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The Rights of Stepparents After an Arizona Divorce: What You Need to Know

Posted on September 26, 2022

Among all of the difficulties and hardships faced during a divorce proceeding, divorce can create a beautiful new relationship between a child and their stepparent. As families blend, stepparents bond with their stepchildren and treat them as their own.  What happens if you fall in love with your stepchild, but your relationship with their biological…

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4 Tips for Divorced Parents of Children with Special Needs

Posted on September 14, 2022

Going through a divorce is difficult on its own, and those hardships are only intensified by the stress and worry of taking care of a special needs child. Below is a list of four tips that will make navigating divorce with a special needs child a little easier.  1. Plan for Your Child’s Future Through…

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Your Right to Know Where Your Child Is During Visitations

Posted on August 19, 2022

If you are going through a breakup, separation, or divorce, you’re likely already under a lot of stress. Divorces are always complicated and never more so than when children are involved. You may have many questions about child custody and visitation, and rightfully so.  If you are going through a divorce and children are involved,…

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How Are Child Custody Cases Affected for Parents with Mental Illness?

Posted on August 16, 2022

In a custody dispute, the most crucial goal is the safety and well-being of the children. Arizona courts will consider that fact if one parent has struggled with mental illness in a way that profoundly affects their ability to parent the child.  However, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with a mental illness each year. Simply…

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How to Begin the Divorce Process in Arizona: 5 Helpful Tips

Posted on July 21, 2022

Are you thinking about filing for divorce in Arizona?  For many, this process can be a daunting task. It’s no secret that divorce can turn into a complicated, lengthy, and even messy process. But it doesn’t always have to be so complex.  Understanding the basic steps to starting your divorce can be useful and take…

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Can a Judge Order Your Spouse to Pay Legal Fees After a Separation?

Posted on July 18, 2022

No matter the circumstances, dissolving a marriage can be mentally and emotionally draining. If your spouse is the primary earner in your household, you may wonder how you will be able to afford the costs associated with a divorce.  In some cases, you may want to request to have your former spouse pay for your…

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Active vs. Passive Appreciation: What’s the Difference

Posted on June 26, 2022

Getting a divorce is difficult enough. When you co-own a home or business with your spouse, it can become even more complicated and emotional.  If you’re wondering how this type of situation is worked out, this post is for you. We’ll cover everything you need to know about divorce for home or business owners, including…

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5 Things to Consider Before Fighting for Sole Custody

Posted on June 21, 2022

If your first instinct is to fight for sole custody of your child in a divorce, that’s perfectly understandable. After all, you’ve thus far had unlimited access to your little loved one. No one would blame you for not wanting that to change. However, fighting for sole custody is not always beneficial for the parent…

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Divorcing an Angry Spouse? 4 Important Tips to Ease the Process

Posted on May 23, 2022

Divorce is an emotional time. If you or your spouse are experiencing anger throughout the process, that is normal and expected. However, there is a definite line between anger that doesn’t hinder the process and unproductive anger.  If you feel like your spouse’s anger is affecting your ability to navigate the divorce proceedings, you may…

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Refusing Visitations: Are Children Forced to See Their Non-Custodial Parent?

Posted on May 20, 2022

Divorce is already difficult enough. When children are involved, an already troubled situation can go from bad to worse. If you are wondering how to best handle the experience with your children, you aren’t alone. More than 1 million children are affected by divorce each year. A visitation attorney can help ease this difficult transition…

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