Understanding the rights of grandparents in Arizona is important for families going through transitions. State laws provide specific provisions for grandparents seeking visitation or custody, emphasizing the child’s best interest. These rights are rooted in statutes aimed at maintaining the child’s welfare by preserving important family relationships. Whether it’s through visitation or custody, Arizona recognizes…
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Arizona Custody Laws for Unmarried Parents
Understanding custody laws in Arizona presents a distinct set of challenges for unmarried parents. These laws include specific stipulations and processes unique to their situation, differing significantly from those applicable to married couples. Grasping these differences is essential to secure the best possible outcomes for parents and their children in custody-related matters. Legal Concept of…
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What Are the Laws in Arizona for Child Relocation After Divorce?
Child relocation after a divorce in Arizona involves many legal considerations, especially when it concerns the well-being of a child. This process is guided by specific state laws designed to balance the interests of the relocating parent with the rights of the non-relocating parent and, most importantly, to prioritize the child’s best interests. Understanding these…
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Tips for Divorcing Parents on Planning Trips Outside the U.S.
Divorce and co-parenting bring unique considerations, especially when planning international trips with children. Traveling outside the U.S. demands careful preparation and clear communication. Given the potential challenges of these trips, being well-informed about the required documentation and respecting each parent’s concerns can make vacations abroad more enjoyable for everyone involved. Importance of Clear Communication Clear…
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Ask the Attorney: What Do I Do If My Child Doesn’t Want to Go to Visitation with The Other Parent?
Navigating family dynamics after a divorce or separation is challenging, especially when children are involved. One particularly complex issue many parents face is when a child resists or outright refuses to attend scheduled visitations with the non-custodial parent. This scenario not only places emotional strain on all parties involved but also raises legal questions that…
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Designing a Parenting Plan that Reduces Parental Conflict
Child custody is one of the most contentious issues in family law. If you and the other parent of your child are separating or divorcing, your goal should be to devise a parenting plan that reduces stress while protecting your child’s best interests. Cohen Family Law offers some practical tips. First things first: understand what…
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Ask the Attorney: Can Grandparents Join a Custody Case in Arizona?
Grandparents form a special bond with their grandchildren. There is an old joke that grandparents get along so well with their grandchildren because they have a common enemy, the parents. Sadly, this can often become the case when the parents decide to divorce. Caught in the middle of many custody disputes is the relationship between…
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Back-to-School Tips for Co-Parents
The beginning of the school year is closer than you may think. If you co-parent your child with a divorced or separated parent, you probably already understand some of the issues that arise in doing so. Or perhaps this is the first school year in which you must co-parent. Regardless, Cohen Family Law is here…
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A Legal Perspective on Grandparents’ Rights in Custody Battles
Grandparents often play a significant role in the care, support, and even the upbringing of their grandchildren. Child custody is often thought of as being between only the child’s parents. However, there are cases in which grandparents may have the right to intervene and exercise visitation or even custodial rights over the child. If you…
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Refusing Visitations: Are Children Forced to See Their Non-Custodial Parent?
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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