There are perhaps few greater wrongs that a parent could inflict on a child than abandonment. While the meaning of the word may be interpreted subjectively by the child and remaining parent, our Phoenix child custody attorneys know that the term "abandonment" has a very specific and narrow meaning under Arizona law. This definition was recently … [Read more...] about “Abandonment” in Arizona Child Custody Cases
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BEWARE: Child Support is a Priority Payment
For those ordered to pay child support, remember that non-payment is serious. If you lose your job or your income goes down, you should immediately file for a reduction in child support; if granted the reduction will be retroactive to when you filed. If you fail to file and just hope your ex-spouse will let it go, BEWARE. If you pay … [Read more...] about BEWARE: Child Support is a Priority Payment
Divorce: Is it His, Mine or Ours?
Going through a divorce is difficult enough especially when child custody is an issue. Add to that financial issues and it can become very contentious. Acrimony increases when spouses argue over what is His, Mine and Ours in the divorce. If you have assets or a business prior to marriage or inherit assets during the marriage, before you … [Read more...] about Divorce: Is it His, Mine or Ours?
Family Law: Facebook as Evidence in Family Law Court? Sustained.
So you’ve had a really frustrating day and can’t wait to post on Facebook about it, blow off some steam and get some encouraging words from your friends. Before you post that snarky comment about your ex or about how much you need a break from your kids, stop and think twice before you do it. Actually, just don’t do it. Facebook can and will be … [Read more...] about Family Law: Facebook as Evidence in Family Law Court? Sustained.
Mesa Arizona Divorce Lawyer | Hope Your Marriage is – Happy, Healthy & Terrific
Well, here we go again, another article from the divorce attorney about what to do to keep your marriage healthy, happy and terrific. After 25 years of working with people whose marriages have failed, here are some tips to avoid a painful, expensive and acrimonious divorce. See what you think! 1. Nurture Your Relationship with Your Spouse. • Have … [Read more...] about Mesa Arizona Divorce Lawyer | Hope Your Marriage is – Happy, Healthy & Terrific
Divorce Law Attorney in Mesa Arizona | Negotiation 101: Listening
Who gets the house? How will we divide up the 401k? Where will the children go to school? Who gets the electric mixer? Negotiation is a daily part of my life as a family law attorney. Whether an issue is big or small, I have found that listening is one of the easiest and often most effective ways to improve negotiations and achieve my client’s … [Read more...] about Divorce Law Attorney in Mesa Arizona | Negotiation 101: Listening