Many families in Alaska are gearing up for the 2022 holiday season. In households where a divorce has recently taken place, this year's festivities may be somewhat stressful, as the parents and children do their best to adapt to a new lifestyle. Nothing can ruin the...
Family Law
Marital issues that may have divorce implications
If spouses are constantly struggling to resolve problems in their marriage, one or both may feel that it is no longer worth the fight. This kind of turning point occurs in many Alaska households, as well as in marriages throughout the country. If a spouse determines...
3 ways to protect finances in a divorce
If you will be negotiating a settlement through the Alaska family court system before this year comes to a close, you no doubt have numerous financial issues on your mind. Especially if you are a parent, it is only natural to be concerned about your children's...
Avoid back-to-school child custody stress
If this is your children's first back-to-school season since you finalized your divorce, you can expect to encounter some challenges in the coming school year. Having a solid co-parenting plan in place can help mitigate stress and enable your children to maintain a...
Prenup challenged in Valerie Bertinelli’s divorce
Rock and roll enthusiasts in Alaska may remember when former TV sitcom star Valerie Bertinelli was married to Van Halen’s lead guitarist Eddie Van Halen. The two divorced, however, and, sadly, the iconic musician died of a stroke in 2020. Since 2011, Bertinelli has...
401(k) protection in an Alaska divorce
Many Alaska married couples sign prenuptial agreements before their wedding day. Unless a pair of spouses has such a contract in place, funds either of them may have contributed to a 401(k) program during marriage are likely subject to division during property...
Protect your children’s best interests in divorce
If you’re one of many Alaska parents who have decided that it’s better to go separate ways than remain in an unhappy marriage, you’re not alone in your struggle. Many spouses have come to similar conclusions in their own relationships. Getting a divorce doesn’t...
3 Tips to prepare for child custody proceedings
When a pair of Alaska parents disagrees about what is best for their children in a divorce, it could lead to litigation. In some cases, one parent might believe that his or her kids are better off living with him or her full-time rather than living with each parent,...
Is it difficult for moms to keep the family home after divorce?
Like most people, buying a home in Alaska might have been the largest financial and emotional investment you ever made. As a homeowner, you cared for your home and made every effort to preserve that initial investment. Considering all of this, the idea of saying...
Celebrity child custody issues may hit home
Many parents encounter challenges while navigating divorce, especially those who have children. Child custody is a primary concern, and things can get messy in court if parents disagree about what’s best for their children. The stories of many celebrity couples who...