Aug 1, 2025 | Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support
When you are facing criminal charges in Arizona, appearing in court is not optional. Missing a scheduled court date can lead to much more than a delay in your case. Whether the charge involves a misdemeanor or felony, failing to appear in court can result in a bench warrant, additional criminal charges, and in many cases, jail time.
Understanding the consequences of failing to appear in court and how a criminal defense lawyer can help you respond is critical to protecting your freedom. This article will help you understand the legal consequences, what happens if you fail to appear in court, and how to seek the best possible outcome.
Jul 25, 2025 | Family Law, Child Support
When parents go through a divorce or legal separation in Arizona, child support orders are often a key part of the final judgment. But what happens when the cost of living goes up? Gas, groceries, rent, and child care are all more expensive than they were just a few years ago. If child support amounts stay the same over time, the paying parent may struggle to afford it—or the receiving parent may not be able to meet the child’s needs.
Jul 21, 2025 | Family Law, Child Custody, Divorce Law
When families separate, it’s not just the parents and children whose lives change—siblings often feel the impact too. In many Arizona child custody cases, a common question arises: do siblings have legal rights to remain together, and can a judge separate them? Arizona law focuses heavily on the “best interests of the child,” and this includes maintaining healthy sibling relationships when possible. However, the courts also look at each child individually, especially if their circumstances, ages, or parental attachments differ.
Jul 14, 2025 | Family Law, Child Support, Divorce Law
Income withholding orders (IWOs) are a cornerstone of Arizona’s child support and spousal maintenance system. Yet many business owners pause when the person named in the order is not an employee but a 1099 contractor. Does that difference change your duty to withhold? This article answers that question and explains the steps Arizona companies must take to stay on the right side of the law.
Jun 26, 2025 | Child Custody, Family Law
When most people hear “child custody,” they picture a custody case involving a biological parent. But in the state of Arizona, the law recognizes that sometimes other relatives may be better suited to care for a child. When a parent cannot provide proper care, a grandparent, aunt, uncle, adult sibling, or another relative may petition the court to obtain custody of a child.
Jun 17, 2025 | Family Law, Child Custody, Divorce Law
Raising a child as an unmarried parent comes with unique legal and practical challenges—especially when one parent considers relocating out of Arizona. While a move might be necessary for a new job, family support, or better living conditions, it can also dramatically affect parenting time and the other parent’s rights. Because Arizona law prioritizes the best interests of the child and both parents’ involvement, relocating without the court’s permission could have serious legal consequences.
