Spouses dividing their marital property have the option of litigating or settling. Sometimes, people approach the divorce process pragmatically. They work together to achieve the best possible outcome and to limit how much they spend on the divorce. Other times,...
Legal custody or decision-making authority and parenting time are both important considerations, as is financial support for children when their parents go their separate ways. Judges hearing litigated custody cases typically try to make decisions that are in the best...
A custody order established by parents or the courts should guide parents as they work to raise their children together. However, adjustments are sometimes necessary. A child might fall ill or have a special school trip that forces the parents to make a temporary...
Most people have limited first-hand knowledge about divorce. Information provided by others with personal divorce experience may not be reliable either. Some of those people may have divorced in another state, meaning they don't understand the rules that apply in...
People who have children don't necessarily get to make a clean break at the end of a relationship. Instead, they may need to see their former partner regularly for custody exchanges. They likely need to communicate regularly to make decisions about the children’s...
Divorce is a difficult and emotional process for all involved, but for children, it can be especially confusing and unsettling. They may not fully understand what is happening or how their lives are about to change. As your child’s parent, you can help them navigate...
If you’re among the growing number of people considering divorce after decades of marriage and you’re in your 50s or older, you may hear the term “gray divorce” used in reference to your situation. As unsettling as that description might be, the good news is that...
Very understandably, screen time is a major concern for many parents. Television, smartphones, tablets and/or video games play a central role in the lives of millions of American children. Partially due to the ubiquitous nature of technology, when co-parents have...
Social media has become a part of everyday life for the majority of American adults. Despite this normalization, however, online activity can inspire significant consequences during a divorce. As a result, if you and your ex are going your separate ways, it is going...
People preparing for divorce in Arizona generally need to take their concerns to court. Even in scenarios where spouses have agreed on the exact terms of a divorce in advance, a family law judge must review and approve the proposed terms. In scenarios involving...
“Katherine Kraus was a wonderful attorney. Her expertise, regarding my custody case was amazing. Katherine’s knowledge and professionalism not only helped my children get out of a bad situation, but gave me the confidence that helped me provide my children a better life...” - Nathan
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