Tag Archives: custody
Proposal Will Change Arizona Child Custody Law
A new piece of legislation in Arizona may require divorced parents to file notices with the court and serve their ex-spouse with the notices before moving. The bill, described by Bob Christie writing for the Associated Press (reprinted on azfamily.com … Continue reading
Domestic Violence and Custody
On December 1, 2012, then-Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher murdered his girlfriend, 22-year-old Kasandra Perkins, in the couple’s home, then drove to the team’s practice facility and killed himself. Now, Belcher’s mother and Perkins’ family are embroiled in a … Continue reading
Jurisdiction in Custody Hearings
When custody of a child comes under issue, whether in the context of a divorce, allegations of abuse, or some other dispute, determining which court should hear the matter is not always simple. This is complicated when the child’s parents … Continue reading
Same-sex Couples, Surrogacy, and Custody
Child custody is often a complex and contested issue in the contexts of divorce and legal separation. Parties may dispute the child’s best interests, including how much time the child should spend with each parent, where the child should live … Continue reading
The Impact of Tattoos in a Custody Case
I bet you would never think that your tattoos could impact a custody decision. Recently, I had an opposing attorney compel my client to provide a detailed explanation as to the meanings of his tattoos. It was a strange request, … Continue reading
Upcoming Changes to Custody Laws
Whether going through a custody battle or not, most people are familiar with the longstanding terms of “custody” and “visitation”. Additionally, most people who have gone through a custody case are familiar with the term “best interests”. Determination of the … Continue reading
