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May 20, 2024 Cindy Best
My Ex Wants to Take Our Kids to Disneyland, and I Can’t Afford It: Navigating Mixed Emotions

When your ex-partner wants to take your kids on an extravagant trip like Disneyland and you can’t afford to join them, it can stir up a whirlwind of emotions. Jealousy, sadness, and frustration are all valid feelings. However, it’s essential to navigate this situation with a positive outlook for the sake of your kids and…

April 25, 2024 Cindy Best
Protecting Family Rights: Senate Bill 1372 and the Evolution of Family Reunification Treatment in Arizona

In the ever-evolving landscape of family law, Governor Hobbs and Arizona took a significant step forward with the enactment of Senate Bill 1372. This bill introduces crucial amendments to the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically addressing the delicate issue of family reunification treatment. Let’s delve into what this legislation entails and why it marks a pivotal…

January 19, 2023 Cindy Best
When is the most dangerous time when getting divorced when your spouse has committed domestic violence?

If you are a victim of domestic violence, knowing the most dangerous time of your relationship or situation may mean the difference between life and death. So, when is the most dangerous time when getting divorced when your spouse has committed domestic violence? The reason we are so concerned about this as attorneys is sometimes…

November 16, 2022 Tali Collins
How To Handle The Holidays During Divorce or Separation

We hope that you’re surviving another workweek before the Thanksgiving rush! The holidays are often difficult for families involved in divorce or separation. If this is your first such holiday season you may have a range of emotions and encounter a myriad of parenting time issues. Here are some ideas on how to navigate family…

November 15, 2022 Cindy Best
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen had a Pre Nuptial Agreement

I read that Tom and Gisele had a prenuptial agreement usually called a “prenup.” So when they filed their divorce papers and were divorced in a day, it is no wonder everything was probably already decided before they began. Let me explain. First, I do not know Tom or Gisele nor do I know if they had a prenup nor do…

November 12, 2022 Cindy Best
Domestic Violence and the Camel

We have met many many domestic violence victims in our practice over the years. Every story is a bit different but they all ring true in some ways. The person who has suffered has a difficult time breaking free from the abuser. Counseling is often a very important factor in helping someone going through a…

November 10, 2022 Cindy Best
Top 5 Divorce Questions

Q: Does it matter who files for divorce first? A: Technically no but there is an advantage to being the first to file, in my opinion. Whoever files first, gets the courthouse nearest your address or your attorney’s address (if you have one). Also, if there is a hearing, you get to put your evidence…

November 2, 2022 Cindy Best
Can My Child Tell the Judge?

Can my child tell the judge? I want my child to talk to the court. I want the judge to hear what my child has to say. My son wants to talk to the judge. We have heard this request many many times and the answer is almost always: no. In rare rare circumstances a Judge might want…

November 2, 2022 Cindy Best
Tom Brady and Gisele Bunchen Did It Right

Tom Brady and Gisele Bunchen did it right. I don’t know either of them nor do I even know anyone connected to their divorce. And I don’t know Florida divorce law. But I can share with you several insights that are worth noting. If you are going through a divorce, get out your notepad. First, do things…

 

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