Arizona requires child support to be paid until a child turns 18 years old. However, that doesn’t mean that a parent who is paying child support should stop paying as soon as the child’s 18th birthday. In fact, there are definitely circumstances in which child support is still required to be paid after a child […]
Divorce is difficult enough without adding unnecessary stressors to it. When it comes to social media platforms, divorcing couples might turn to social media outlets to air their grievances and let off some steam. They may also seek support and guidance from online support groups or groups that can offer education or help. They might […]
Child custody is one of the biggest concerns of divorcing couples. In many divorces, the two parties are fighting each other for custody of their child/children. It’s never 100% pre-determinable who the judge will rule in favor of, but, without question, the judge is going to make that decision by determining your children’s best interests. […]
No matter how much you don’t want to, if you have children with your ex, you will have to interact with them after the divorce. Raising children together with an ex can be challenging but it can also be extremely rewarding and positive for everyone involved. Here are 8 tips on how to co-parent successfully […]
If you are involved in a child custody case, you should know that domestic violence can significantly affect the outcome of the case. First, please understand that if you or your children are victims of domestic violence, it is imperative that you take action to ensure your safety. The legal system is here to help […]
Christmas time is a stressful time for divorced families. While Christmas is something that parents often look forward to and get excited about, many don’t get to see their children. Child custody arrangements definitely reduce the amount of time that each parent gets with their children and also affects which holidays each parent is allowed […]
The Coronavirus pandemic has created a nightmare for the legal system in child custody and visitation cases. Parents who were already afraid of losing control of their family situation, giving up rights and time with their children, or being responsible for child support are facing a much more serious dilemma. Parents are afraid for the […]
In Phoenix, Arizona, parental rights cases come up in instances where families with stepparents what to adopt a child whose biological parent is not around and/or cannot be found. Parental rights termination also comes up when parents are deemed unfit or have abandoned their children. While the laws regarding parental rights are clear, every situation […]
The coronavirus pandemic has made a huge impact on every part of our lives. Our schools have been closed. Our jobs have been moved into our homes. We have been held in place without knowing what services will be available to us and how to navigate serious situations like divorce. While the world is busy […]
Most adults in the U.S. will be getting coronavirus stimulus checks for $1,200 or $2,400 for those who are married, so long as their income is under $75,000 for singles or $150,000 for married couples. But what about the extra $500 you’ll get for each child under 17? The rules around those payments are a […]
