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The Alec and Lydia Act (HB 2995): What Arizona Parents in a Custody Dispute Need to Know

If you are going through a custody case in Arizona, the rules changed underneath you this summer. On June 22, 2026, Governor Katie Hobbs signed HB 2995 — the Alec and Lydia Act — and because the bill carried an emergency clause, it took effect im… Read More
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When Family Law and Criminal Law Collide: What Arizona Families Need to Know

If you are going through a divorce or custody dispute in Arizona, and there is also a criminal case involved — whether it is a domestic violence charge, a DUI, or another criminal matter — you are navigating two separate legal systems at the same… Read More
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What to Expect During a Child Custody Case in Arizona

If you are going through a divorce or separation in Arizona and children are involved, a child custody case can feel overwhelming. Understanding the process — and what Arizona law actually requires — can help you make better decisions for your fa… Read More
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Why Clients Sometimes Aren’t Fully Honest With Their Own Lawyer

One of the most common — and least talked about — challenges in legal representation is this: clients sometimes withhold information, minimize facts, or tell their lawyer only part of the story. It happens in criminal law, family law, juvenile ma… Read More
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Celebrating One Year as a Solo Law Firm

This past year marked an important milestone for our firm: one full year as a solo practice. What began as a leap of faith quickly became a lesson in resilience, adaptability, and purpose. Launching and growing a solo law firm is both rewarding and d… Read More
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Understanding Arizona’s “Best Interest Factors”: What Judges Really Look At

When parents go through a divorce or custody case in Arizona, one of the biggest questions is: “How will the judge decide what’s best for my child?” The answer lies in Arizona law—specifically A.R.S. § 25-403—which lists the “best intere… Read More
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The Myth of the “Bulldog”Attorney

When people think about hiring a divorce or custody lawyer, they often imagine they need a so-called “bulldog attorney”—someone who promises to be aggressive, loud, and unrelenting in court. It’s an image reinforced by TV dramas and war-stori… Read More
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The Promise and Pitfalls of Arizona’s Legal Paraprofessional Experiment

Arizona has become a testing ground for reimagining who can provide legal services. A few years ago, the state introduced the Legal Paraprofessional (“LP”) license, allowing non-lawyers—after meeting certain education and experience requirement… Read More
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