Pangerl Law Firm’s Blogs
Informative blog postings on Family Law, including divorce, child custody, spousal maintenance (alimony), child support, same-sex legal issues, prenuptial agreements (and postnups), as well as many other topics.
Seek help in a domestic violence situation
Domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, isn’t just physical abuse. It is any pattern of behavior used to maintain power and control over the other partner in a relationship and it is not OK. If you feel trapped in a relationship, please know you are not alone. Domestic violence affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men and does not discriminate based on gender, sexuality, religion, education or economic status.
Self-Care & Parenting & Divorce: Practice makes perfect when it comes to self-care
It’s important, as a parent, spouse, or a party in a family law case to remember to take care of yourself. Taking time for YOU allows you to tackle life’s challenges and still give your best to your children, your job, and/or your other family members when they need it. Unfortunately, during the most stressful times in our lives, taking care of ourselves is often the first thing to go.
How is my life insurance impacted by divorce?
Did you know that September is Life Insurance Awareness Month? Insurance is among the long list of items to sort out when considering divorce. In order to protect your children and your financial interests, it’s important to consider changing beneficiaries, accounting for alimony or child support, the cash value of the policy, and ensuring children are financially protected.
Military Divorce: Parenting Plans
Military divorce requires special considerations when preparing parenting plans. Grounds for divorce are the same for both military and non-military families in Arizona. However, unique considerations often must be addressed for military parents.
Talk to Kids about Divorce
Without a doubt, one of the most difficult parts of divorce or a romantic breakup is telling the news to your children. There are a few ways to ease you child’s anxiety.
Order of Protection: What does that mean?
Orders of Protection can be obtained when your current or former spouse or romantic partner harasses you, threatens to commit domestic violence, or does commit violence. This legal document prohibits a person from having unwanted contact with you and is meant to prevent future domestic violence and harassment.