Divorce negotiations can feel like a balancing act. Each decision affects your financial security, your children’s well-being, and your future stability. While it may be tempting to fight for every point, successful outcomes often come from knowing when to hold firm and when to compromise. The art of strategic concessions is about protecting your most…
Continue reading…5 Actions That Compromise Your Divorce Settlement
Divorce is already stressful enough without adding avoidable mistakes that can harm your financial and custody outcomes. Courts in Arizona expect both parties to act in good faith and follow the rules. When you make certain missteps during the process, it can reduce your credibility, delay the case, and even jeopardize your settlement. Below, we…
Continue reading…Teen Mental Health and Custody Modifications
Custody arrangements are meant to support a child’s growth, stability, and well-being. But as children grow into their teenage years, new challenges often emerge, especially when mental health becomes part of the equation. Courts in Arizona recognize that what worked for a younger child may not always serve the best interest of a teenager, particularly…
Continue reading…Divorce Statistics in 2025
Divorce is always personal, but the numbers behind it tell us a lot about where families stand today. By looking at recent statistics, demographic shifts, and the ways people resolve disputes, we can better understand what divorce looks like in 2025. For Arizona couples, this data offers both perspective and guidance when making decisions about…
Continue reading…When Your Ex Remarries: How It Affects Support and Custody
Life after divorce often brings changes, and one of the most significant is when your former spouse remarries. In Arizona, this event can directly affect child custody, child support, and spousal maintenance (commonly called alimony). Knowing what the law allows and how to protect your rights will help you make informed decisions if your ex’s…
Continue reading…Dating Before Your Divorce Is Finalized
Divorce can be a long process, and for many people, the thought of starting fresh with someone new can be tempting. While Arizona law doesn’t prohibit you from dating before your divorce is final, it’s important to understand how doing so might affect your case. The decisions you make during this time can have an…
Continue reading…What to Expect at an Adoption Home Visit
For many Arizona families, adoption is one of the most meaningful journeys they will ever take. A key step in that journey is the adoption home visit, also known as the home study. This visit helps ensure a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for the child you hope to welcome into your family. If you’ve…
Continue reading…Educational Decision-Making After Divorce
When you go through a divorce, one of the biggest concerns is how decisions about your children will be made. In Arizona, this includes important choices about their education, from which school they attend to decisions about special programs, tutoring, or extracurricular activities. We understand how important these decisions are for your child’s future, and…
Continue reading…Does Arizona Have a Deadbeat Dad Law?
When child support goes unpaid, it can put a serious strain on a family. You may have heard the term “deadbeat dad” used to describe a parent who avoids paying child support. While the phrase is common, Arizona law doesn’t use that term. What Arizona does have are strong legal tools to make sure parents…
Continue reading…Can You Get Child Support When the Father Is Incarcerated?
Raising a child on your own is challenging enough. When the other parent is incarcerated, the stress can grow, especially if you’re relying on child support that isn’t coming in. Some parents wonder whether they can still receive child support if the father is in prison. While the answer depends on the circumstances, Arizona law…
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