Generally speaking, unless there was violence or substance abuse present in the family home, both parents will continue to raise the children together in the event of a divorce. This arrangement is commonly known as “co-parenting” or “joint custody.” However, creating...
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Divorce and disadvantaged children
If you are thinking about filing for a divorce and you have children, you may worry about whether the end of the marriage will negatively affect them. Many people assume that parents should stay together in order to safeguard the emotional well-being of their...
Changing times, changing rules
Divorce agreements are relatively permanent. You work hard in order to predict anything that could go wrong. However, there is no way that you can prepare for everything. If situations have changed significantly, you could be able to modify certain aspects of your...
3 common problems with custody swaps
If you are going through a divorce, your children are likely to be your paramount concern. Opting to share custody of the kids with your soon-to-be ex-spouse may be the right approach for everyone in your family. Still, co-parenting is not without its own set of...
How does parental alienation affect your child?
Arizona parents like you want what is best for your child. Unfortunately, a co-parent may not always factor you into "what is best" for them. Some co-parents try to take matters into their own hands by ruining the relationship between their child and co-parent. This...
Co-parenting apps can ease the challenges of shared custody
As you and your ex keep up with your children’s school projects and soccer practices, you may find that co-parenting apps are a useful tool for managing your lives. Forbes explains how families may benefit when parents use an app to stay connected and organized. ...
How should you handle financial aid during divorce?
Divorce comes with unique complications and nuances for all parties involved. How does dissolving a marriage affect financial aid when shared children apply for college? U.S. News & World Report explores the question to offer tips and insights. Parents and...
Do not make the same mistake twice — get the divorce you deserve
You may have gone into your marriage without a full picture of the legal aspect of the union. Please try to approach your divorce with a higher level of preparation. You do not have to be a master of family law to get a good divorce agreement. However, it is probably...
How to establish paternity in Arizona
When unmarried parents have a child together, they must establish legal paternity so the father can exercise his right to take part in the child's life and build a relationship. Doing so also creates the responsibility to provide financial support. These are the...
Is joint custody best for children?
Divorce often forces children to go from living in a traditional family household to a single parent situation. As you go through divorce, there is no doubt you want what is best for your children. In a litigated divorce, the judge determines whether sole custody or...