May 29, 2025 | Family Law, Child Custody, Child Endangerment, Criminal Defense, DUI, Extreme DUI, Aggravated DUI
Whether your DUI happened years ago or during the middle of a contested divorce, it’s important to understand how Arizona courts are likely to interpret it. Will a single DUI automatically mean you lose custody? Not necessarily. But if the court sees a pattern of unsafe choices, or if the DUI involved your child or excessive impairment, it could significantly affect your parenting time or decision-making rights. In this article, we’ll walk through how family courts evaluate DUI convictions, what the Arizona statutes say, and what actions you can take to protect your parental rights. You’ll also learn how the attorneys at Colburn Hintze Maletta (CHM Law) can help you manage both your family law and criminal defense matters with a strategic, coordinated approach.
Feb 15, 2025 | Family Law, Child Custody, Divorce Law
Co-parenting a child with special needs presents unique challenges that go beyond typical custody arrangements. The well-being of the child is the top priority, requiring careful planning, open communication, and legal guidance. Custody cases involving a child with special needs must consider medical care, education, therapy, and daily living requirements, making it essential for parents to develop a comprehensive parenting plan.
Feb 11, 2025 | Family Law, Divorce Law
As cryptocurrency and digital assets become more common, they add complexity to the division of assets in divorce proceedings. Understanding how these assets are handled in Arizona, where community property laws govern marital asset division, is crucial. If you or your spouse own Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other digital assets, knowing how they are valued and divided can significantly impact your financial future. Cryptocurrency is unique due to its volatility, difficulty in tracking, and potential for concealment. This makes proper disclosure and valuation critical during a divorce.
Feb 1, 2025 | Divorce Law
When facing a divorce in Arizona, understanding how a family business is divided can be vital to protecting your financial interests. Arizona’s community property laws directly impact the division of assets, including any business started or grown during the marriage, and how it affects the divorce with a business involved. Whether you are a business owner or share ownership with your spouse, these proceedings can have far-reaching consequences for your livelihood.
Jan 25, 2025 | Child Custody, Family Law
Understanding relocation rights for unmarried parents is key if you are planning on moving. Contact CHM Law for help today.
