As an Alaska parent who has navigated a divorce, you are likely no stranger to negotiation. You and your ex were hopefully able to achieve a settlement without confrontation, especially regarding issues that are relevant to your children. When a family court judge...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
