Child support payments and schedule are not working, can we go to mediation? our case was in prescott, but we both live in phx

You either need to agree to a new parenting plan and submit it to the court, or ask for a modification of your current plan if your ex won't agree....

When does the "community" end?

The community ends on the date the respondent is served with the petition. Any money you earn after that point is your separate property. If you...

Tucson, AZ: how get arrest warrant issued for child support arrears over $36,000?

You may need to file either an enforce or contempt action. The court will order him to appear and may find him in contempt if he continues to not...

Is no fault divorce legal in AZ?

All divorces in Arizona are no-fault unless you have a covenant marriage (pretty rare). If you make more than him, and you've both enjoyed a...

You can't do anything about the transportation costs if the court order doesn't say anything about transportation. You can request a modification...

Do non custodial parents have the right to take the kids to court with out the custodial parent knowing?

Do you have joint or sole custody (legal decision-making)? The non-custodial parent will be held to the provisions of the current custody order and...

Since AZ no longer uses the term "custody", what does the state look for when deciding who will have sole legal decision making?

The courts are strongly in favor of awarding joint legal decision-making (legal custody) to both parents. However, in extreme cases where the other...

How does attorney fees and costs judgements work?

Does the order specify the amount of the attorney's fees award? Usually that is also included in the minute entry. If not, you might have to look...

Is it legal for me to go and pick my kids up without being arrested

It sounds like you are getting back on the right track. Dependency (severance of parental rights) actions can happen quickly and child protective...

How accurate is home dna testing

I wouldn't trust it for purposes of paternity. You should request a paternity determination through the court system, they have contracts with...