As you and your spouse divorce, the issue of custody will arise if you have children. You may bristle at the idea of sharing custody if you’re unhappy with your spouse. But they may nonetheless be a good parent. Yet, this subject could prove contentious if your...
Children
Even in an acrimonious divorce, the kids are the top priority
Some Arizona couples who have decided it best to end their marriage and part ways seem to be able to maintain a cordial relationship and communicate effectively. For others, communication was a significant issue when they were together, and the divorce serves only to...
How parents can handle the aftermath of a divorce
Parents in Arizona and elsewhere may believe that it is better to stay married for the sake of their children. However, it is usually better to end a toxic relationship than subject a son or daughter to constant conflict. If a divorce does take place, parents should...
Joint custody is becoming the norm in divorce cases
When family law judges in Arizona and around the country make child custody decisions, their primary concern is the welfare of the children involved. There was a time when the prevailing belief was that children fared better when they were cared for by their mothers,...
Courts can adjust child support and custody orders
Parents across Arizona and other states file for separation and eventually divorce their former spouses because of issues ranging from cheating to financial problems. During the proceedings, the judge will look at factors and determine both a child support order and a...
How parents can put together a parenting schedule after divorce
Parents in Arizona who get a divorce might also have to work out a parenting schedule. They should not treat this as an opportunity to get back at one another because they are angry about the divorce. The parenting schedule's purpose is for the child to be able to...
Why most parents should share custody
Research suggests that parents in Arizona and throughout the country share custody of their children if possible. This is true even if the child is a toddler. Generally speaking, allowing a child to stay overnight with a mother or father is not going to harm their...
Parental alienation claims might be used to excuse abuse
It is generally important for children in Arizona to benefit from the presence of both parents in their lives, including after a high-conflict divorce. However, this issue can be complicated in the presence of abuse, including domestic violence against a parent or...
How visitation schedules are created
If a parent in Arizona is not granted custody of a child, that person is likely to be granted visitation rights. However, a visitation schedule may not look the same for all households. In some cases, a parent may be allowed to see a child on weekends or on...
Making divorce easier for children during the holidays
Parents and children in Arizona normally enjoy a healthy mix of enjoyment and anxiety during the holidays due to the bustle of activity characteristic of this time of the year. However, families dealing with the added dynamics of divorce and the logistics of two...
