Child Custody
Articles and Info
Whenever a court here is asked to decide about a minor they try to decide what is in their best interest, but what does that mean? Find out here.
Federal and State Tax Exemptions for Dependent Children: Who gets to claim them?
This article explains how you can figure out who gets to claim your children on your taxes, you or your former spouse.
How to Represent Yourself in Maricopa Family Court Part 2: Default Through Discovery
In part two, we will discuss how to represent yourself in Default Proceedings and through Discovery.
How to Represent Yourself in Maricopa County Part 1: Initial Filings
This is the first in a multi-part segment on “How to Represent Yourself in Maricopa County Family Court." This section provides information about an initial filing in Family Court.
What is a Court-Appointed Advisor and what is his or her function in a Family Law case?
What is a Court-Appointed advisor and what is his or her function in a Family Law case? This article will define the difference between a Child's Attorney, Best Interest Attorney and a Court-Appointed Advisor and how they are used in the court system.
What Is Parental Alienation Syndrome and Why Does It Matter?
Learn about Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) and why it may matter to you and your child.
Where to Find an Attorney for Specific Legal Advice
All legal service programs in Arizona differ, and their criteria for accepting cases vary as well. Find out what programs are available and where to go for assistance.
Model Parenting Time Plans for Parent/Child Access
Raising children presents challenges for all parents. The following information will help parents reach agreements about parenting time (access) with their children.
by: Arizona Supreme Court, Court Services Division
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Things You Should Know about Custody and Parenting Time
This article provides general information about custody and parenting time. Questions about specific situations should be discussed with an attorney.
by: Arizona Supreme Court, Court Services Division
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Related Questions
Question: Can I live in a different county and have joint custody?
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Question: I am unmarried mother who has sole decision making of children. Father has no parenting rights. Ordered by court, can i move state without letting father know, I have a job offer and mother lives in state I want to move to
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Question: My daughter is 15 years old. She doesn’t want to visit her dad anymore because he never took care of her and was abusive. What can I do?
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Question: Mother has been extradited out of state. She is remarried. Natural father is deceased. Child does not want to stay with stepdad but he says she has to. Can the child go to grandparents while mother is in jail or does she have to stay with stepdad. He has not adopted child
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Question: I want to amend my divorce decree so I can re-join the military. Currently ex is living out of state with child and I'm living overseas. Is it possible to make change without either of us flying back to AZ?
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