With the child living in a foreign country, how do I move forward on a military child custody matter?
Apply for a custody order from the foreign court. This means treaties, such as The Hague Convention, are controlling. The parents could also enter into a parenting agreement (proving the other parent’s consent to custody), which is strongly recommended whenever possible. An enforceable parenting agreement will keep as much control as possible in the hands [...]
Why Must I Take a Parent Information Course?
The parent information course is mandatory in all cases in which the court is asked to determine matters of child custody, visitation, and child support. Furthermore, the court has discretion to order parental participation in the program in other cases, too, including a modification or enforcement of child support, custody or visitation. Continue reading to [...]
Will virtual visitation with my children reduce my child support obligation?
No, virtual visitation will not reduce your child support. Virtual visitation, or e-visitation, is intended to supplement and enhance parent-child communication and is not intended to be a substitute or replacement for face-to-face interaction. The time involved in e-visitation does not reduce the noncustodial parent’s child support obligation and is not a justification for the [...]
Will an attorney be appointed to represent my child in the divorce?
In some cases, yes. Rule 10(E) of the Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure allows for the appointment of attorneys for the child. The first is the “Best Interests Attorney” who represents the minor child’s best interests. The second is the “Child’s Attorney” who represents the child-client and is reasonably bound by the child’s directives [...]
How can I improve my chances of getting custody of my child?
You can improve your chances of gaining custody by improving your parenting skills and your reliability. Begin making positive changes now and keep making improvements. More recent and more extensive involvement with your child can help balance out a past relationship with emotional distance or absenteeism. Remember that it is never too late to become [...]
Can we make our own custody agreement?
Yes. Parents who are able to compromise on their custody arrangements, without turning the decision-making over to the judge, are strongly encouraged to do so. So long as your agreement is in the best interests of the children, you and the other parent may settle custody and access issues by private agreement. For more information [...]
