The year 2013 marks significant changes in Arizona child custody laws governing new cases as well as any petition for modifications. The term custody has been replaced by legal decision-making and parenting time. A Phoenix divorce lawyer should be able to help you understand the new laws and discuss what they mean to your individual [...]
Arizona rules of family law procedure are the jurisdictional rules for the state of Arizona regarding all aspects of Arizona family law and divorce. These laws change every year and are updated in the court. If you have a need for court representation, it is best to consult with a Phoenix divorce lawyer and not [...]
Arizona paternity cases are filed to determine who is responsible as the father of a child whose parentage is in question. If a mother or father denies the paternity of the child, a DNA test is required of the mother and father to address the issue of parenthood. Arizona recognizes DNA testing to assure the [...]
Sometimes after a divorce, one spouse chooses to move far away and start anew. When that person is a custodial parent, conflict can ensue. These conflicts frequently require the parents to appear in family court. Phoenix Family Law sets forth guidelines for when a custodial parent can leave the state. In Phoenix, Arizona best interest [...]
The Arizona Department of Social Services has been one of the country’s leaders in improving the guidelines as set by the United States Department of Social and Family Services regarding Child Custody laws. These regulations, along with Arizona state case law or court decisions, which govern at least 16 other states in their implementation and [...]
Paternity issues present many problems if the father is not willing to accept responsibility or does not believe himself to be the father of a child. A woman who wants the child’s father on the birth certificate has little problem if the father will consent. A Voluntary Paternity action can be filed with the Deputy [...]
