When a parent in Alaska or elsewhere has to discuss a sensitive topic with his or her children, it can be stressful. When the topic happens to be divorce, a parent might worry that the children in question might have a difficult time coping with the situation. There...
Family Law
Do you know your child custody options?
If you are a parent going through the divorce process, figuring out what life with your children will look like after the fact can be a challenge. You’d think putting together a child custody plan would be fairly simple, but if you and your ex both have different...
Alaska has unique property division rules for divorce
When an Alaska spouse determines that he or she would rather end the relationship than remain in an unhappy marriage, decisions might be made that change the lives of everyone in the household. If the spouse files for divorce, a settlement agreement is typically...
Kelly Clarkson has tips for coping with divorce
Many people in Alaska and throughout the country are currently navigating stressful life changes. One such change that often presents emotional, financial and even physical challenges is divorce. Those who are having difficulty coping may want to consider a few tips...
Dress for success in a child custody case
Choosing an outfit wisely may increase the chances for success in certain circumstances, such as a job interview or business presentation. It is also important to dress appropriately during legal proceedings in an Alaska court, such as child custody litigation. A...
Documents that are often helpful in a divorce
Before the end of 2021, many Alaskan couples will file family court petitions. Some will divorce because of incompatibility of temperament while others might cite a specific issue, such as infidelity, as the reason for the decision to end their marriage. In either...
A narcissistic spouse can complicate a divorce
When a spouse in Alaska or elsewhere determines that his or her relationship is no longer viable, it often sparks a series of decisions and life-changing events. This is especially true if the spouse in question files for divorce, particularly if he or she is a...
Uncommon assets still need inclusion in a divorce agreement
Most people getting divorced in Alaska know that the process will involve splitting marital assets to some degree. They may think of bank accounts, a family home, vehicles or other common sources of assets when deciding how to separate property between two people....
The 6 steps of the divorce process
If you’re getting ready to end your marriage, you probably want to know what to expect as you work through the dissolution process. There are several ways to go about divorce if you file in Alaska. However, generally speaking, there are six main steps in the...
Child support nonpayment may result in license suspension
When one parent in Alaska is unable to make child support payments to the other, it is sometimes for an understandable reason. Perhaps that parent has recently lost employment or experienced a health crisis. There are also instances where a parent chooses not to pay...