PHOENIX FAMILY LAW BLOG
Alternative Holiday Child-Custody Agreements In Phoenix
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Monday, December 14, 2020
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 […]
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COVID-19 And Child Custody Challenges
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on Tuesday, November 24, 2020
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 […]
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5 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Terminating Parental Rights
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Wednesday, September 30, 2020
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 […]
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Navigating Divorce With An Experienced Attorney Amidst COVID-19
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on Tuesday, June 30, 2020
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 […]
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CORONA VIRUS STIMULUS CHECK RULES FOR PARENTS WITH SHARED CUSTODY
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on Friday, May 8, 2020
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 […]
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CONTESTING AN ORDER OF PROTECTION: PROCEED WITH CAUTION!
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on Tuesday, February 25, 2020
It is not uncommon for a party in a custody battle to obtain an Order of Protection against another party to include the minor children as protected persons. Sometimes there are legitimate concerns and allegations to support the Petition for Order of Protection. However, sometimes allegations are made in an attempt to get a one […]
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WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU HAVE A HIGH CONFLICT COURT CASE
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Thursday, January 16, 2020
Identifying whether your divorce or custody case is “high conflict” can be surprisingly difficult. In most cases, there is some level of conflict in a divorce or parenting dispute. The question is whether a particular case has an abnormally high amount of conflict. Some examples of high conflict cases involve domestic violence, serious substance abuse, […]
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Co-Parenting Tips For Divorced Parents
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Monday, December 30, 2019
Most divorced parents are going to spend their child-raising years trying to co-parent. For many families, this is a tricky job. Setting aside frustrations, anger, and/or pain stemming from the divorce for the best interest of your children isn’t an easy thing to do, no matter how bad you want to. However, research shows that […]
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RELOCATING MY CHILD OUT OF STATE
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Wednesday, December 18, 2019
It is not uncommon after a divorce for one parent to desire to relocate to another city or state. This could be due to a new job, a new spouse, family connections, or a chance to start a new life. Whatever the reason, one parent’s move will have a major impact on child custody. If […]
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WIN BACK CUSTODY OF YOUR CHILDREN
On behalf of Lasiter & Jackson posted in
on Friday, November 15, 2019
If you have lost custody of your children, it means that a court has decided that your children would be better off with someone else. Maybe your ex-spouse got custody after your divorce, or child protective services removed them from your home for cause. No matter the reason, the best method of getting back custody […]