Child Custody

Parenting time is one of the biggest issues that arises for couples no longer in a relationship. There are multiple facets to this issue and all must receive the proper attention from both parents. Visitation rights, legal custody and other matters must be decided for...

When an Arizona couple is no longer together and shares a child, barring unusual circumstances, there will be visitation rights for the noncustodial parent. This is also referred to as parenting time. The court will issue a visitation order based on numerous factors....

Having a child is a very rewarding experience. A parent, biological or not, is able to raise the child and instill his or her values while guiding the child through life. Despite it being a positive experience, there are some pitfalls that could befall on some parents...

Divorcing parents in Phoenix understand that they have to make a plethora of decisions imperative to the divorce process and for the children. Whether you decide to have a joint custody arrangement or just visitation while the other parent has primary custody, it is...

Divorce is a complex process. Even when couples in Arizona are prepared to initiate dissolution, they are often ill-prepared to deal with the many ups and downs the end of a marriage can bring. This is especially true for those divorcing with children. Many of the...

Joint custody is by law the preferred custody arrangement when parents in Arizona divorce. These custody orders are designed with the best interests of the child in mind. While it is up to the parents to keep to the terms of the agreement, it is often best to take...

When parents choose to live apart, either due to divorce or other circumstances, they may agree to a child custody plan that governs when each parent will have time with their shared child. In Arizona a child custody plan may be created by the parents or may be set by...

The special relationship that exists between a parent and his child can experience significant stress when a divorce or parental separation occurs. When two people who have children choose to go their separate ways, they must enter into a sometimes difficult...

In Arizona, a court will consider the best interests of the child when determining how to establish a child custody plan. Those interests include a wide range of issues, including but not limited to the preferences of the parents and child, the health and stability of...