Few things can change the tone of a relaxing evening faster than the lights of a police car in the rearview mirror. If police believe you are impaired by alcohol, your life could take a very unexpected turn. Facing drunk driving charges means facing the...
Anchorage Legal Issues Blog
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...
Do you suspect that your spouse is trying to hide assets?
Divorce is a complex process, and not all Alaska couples are able to walk through this process amicably. In fact, you may be facing the prospect of a divorce that is sure to bring battles over marital property and other complicated matters. One of these issues may be...
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...
Is swatting a serious crime?
The Internet gives people a measure of anonymity, which can lead to them saying or doing things they would not think about doing in person. People in Alaska and elsewhere need to understand that there is a line that can be crossed, even online where they feel they are...
You defended yourself and your family, but you may face charges
Your home is your safe haven. When you walk through the doors, you can relax, be with your family and otherwise enjoy your home. One day or night, someone violated the sanctity of your home.Perhaps you own a gun, and you used it to defend yourself and your...
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...
Helping yourself and your kids through divorce
Parenting comes with numerous ups and downs. Some days, you may feel as if everything is in your favor and that you are the best parent you can be. Other days, you likely doubt every decision you make and wonder whether your children are growing up as best as...
How is trespassing considered a crime?
With a title like America’s Last Frontier, it comes as no surprise that people in Alaska like to explore. Whether hunting on privately owned grounds that appear to be unused or doing some urban exploring in an abandoned building, you might not realize you could...

