Family dynamics are constantly in a state of flux. What were once the non-traditional families of yesterday are normal today. More grandparents are raising their grandchildren, civil unions are recognized and more children are growing up in single parent homes and...
Month: March 2015
Can I seek custody of my pet in divorce negotiations?
For many of us, our pets have become part of our families. We treat them, pamper them, dress them up, and take pictures of them to share with family and friends. Though some Arizonans may treat their pets like a child, the law treats them quite differently....
We competently handle child support issues
As was discussed last week on our blog, child support can be an immensely complicated issue. Determining what counts as income for child support purposes can be difficult in its own nature, but finding an appropriate amount for child support to be paid can be just as...
Court rules withdrawal of investment principal counts as income
A few weeks ago we discussed what types of income may be counted in a child support determination. As discussed then, any wages, overtime pay, pension, investment income, and veteran and military benefits may be counted. However, a recent Court of Appeals decision may...