Child custody can be a contentious issue for divorced parents in Arizona. They must determine various aspects, such as their children's living arrangements, parenting time division, and decision-making authority allocation. The pivotal point of these disputes often...
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Parallel parenting as a child custody solution
Co-parenting after a divorce can be a delicate equation to solve, especially when there are ongoing conflicts or communication issues between the parents. Parallel parenting is a strategy that Arizona estranged couples can use in these situations to minimize contact...
Smoking and child custody
It’s certainly no secret that smoking is an unhealthy habit. While there are government regulations in place that require tobacco companies to be transparent about the ramifications of using their products, there are also legal precedents in place that impact child...
Properly co-parenting an adolescent after a divorce
Divorce can be a challenging experience for Arizona couples, especially when children are in the picture. Co-parenting an adolescent after your divorce can be especially challenging, as teenagers are going through a phase of their lives where they seek more...
Is nesting right for you?
Arizona law generally allows both parents to have relationships with their children after a divorce. However, there are many different ways in which a parenting plan may be structured. Nesting is one method that may work for families that are looking to minimize the...
How to co-parent in Arizona with a parent who plays favorites
Parental favoritism can have a variety of severe short- and long-term effects, like depression, poor performance, anxiety, instability and traumatic reactions in personal relationships for both the valued and devalued child. If you're in a situation where you have to...
The hearing process in Arizona dependency court
Arizona's dependency court system is responsible for handling cases involving the care and protection of children. This court presides over cases where removing children from their homes is necessary because of abuse, neglect or other circumstances that put their...
How does Arizona joint custody work?
When parents decide to separate or divorce in Arizona, they must agree on a plan to provide continued care for their offspring. In many cases, the parents are awarded joint custody of the children. If parents have difficulty reaching agreeable terms to raise their...
How to prepare for a custody case
If you are an Arizona parent who is about to go through a child custody hearing, you may be feeling overwhelmed and scared. You may feel like any minor mistake could result in you losing custody of your child. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to prepare...
How the developmental stage plays into co-parenting
Unless there are legitimate safety concerns, it is typically in your children's interests to maintain a relationship with both parents. Shared custody is an effective way of maintaining this relationship. According to the Mayo Clinic, the developmental stage that your...

