When one thinks of family, parents, children and grandparents often come to mind. Increasingly, that picture includes family pets as integral members of the familial unit in Alaska. As such, if a divorce is contemplated, not only may child custody become an issue, but...
Family Law
What challenges will you face in divorce as a woman?
Even before you file the paperwork, you know as a woman that your divorce will come with challenges that will affect many areas of your life. The financial adjustments you will have to make can be significant and far-reaching, and it's in your best interests to ensure...
Can you keep your full 401k in your divorce?
Your divorce proceedings in Anchorage are sure to be a challenge. Even if you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse go into them having gotten over any bitterness associated with your separation, there will almost certainly be points where the two of you disagree. Both of you...
When your spouse wants to keep the house
If you are like a lot of people who live in Alaska and who own a home, your property may be the most valuable asset in your estate. This is one of the reasons that makes it hard to know what to do with a home when you get divorced. In addition to the financial aspect...
Divorcing in 2019? Know these new tax laws
As someone navigating an Alaska divorce in 2019, you will have to navigate certain tax changes that did not affect those who divorced prior to this year. At , we recognize that this year’s new tax changes can have a substantial effect...
A strong parenting plan will benefit the whole family
When you opt for divorce, one of your main concerns will be to protect the best interests of your children. You understand that your personal decisions as an adult can significantly impact the youngest members of your family, and you want to do everything possible to...
Is an alimony payment order unchangeable?
Alaskan residents who get a divorce may have to deal with alimony payments. If you are paying spousal support, you may be wondering just how set in stone these payments are. We at are here to discuss that.Many people who pay spousal...
Can you keep custody when you move out of state?
If you plan to move out of Alaska after your divorce is over, it could be possible to maintain custody if it is in the best interest of your children. However, you will probably have several things to consider. One of the best ways to accomplish your goal of...
Taking care of yourself during divorce
It’s often said of the difficult things in life: “this isn’t a sprint – it’s a marathon.” That’s especially true of divorce. Even when handled efficiently, divorce can take longer than most people expect, and it often proves...
What happens to property in an Alaska divorce
Beginning the divorce process means thinking about property division as well. While some spouses may come to an agreement about who gets what, others may need to fight it out in court.In Alaska, the law adopts an equitable distribution approach. This means that...

