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...
Anchorage Legal Issues Blog
What you and your teen need to know about underage drinking
If an officer recently arrested your teenager for driving under the influence of alcohol, you probably have a million thoughts racing through your mind. You are likely cycling through so many different emotions that it is making it difficult to know where you need to...
Alaska man accused of selling illegal drugs
Police in Alaska say they purchased edibles online from a man that was selling them for $50 per bag. The supposed sales were reportedly part of an investigation by The Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office. The man in question was arrested in connection with the...
3 ways to help kids cope with divorce
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...
Alaska man charged with DUI and assault
On a recent Thursday in Alaska, a man reportedly visited a country store. A store representative refused to sell the man alcohol. The store rep later told police that the man had entered the establishment while wearing a shirt but no pants. The incident led to a...
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 police need reasonable suspicion for DUI stops
Being pulled over by an Alaska police officer for a traffic stop can be stressful. However, a person facing such circumstances may feel less stressed the individual is aware of his or her rights ahead of time. This is especially true if a police officer asks a driver...
Alaska man convicted of drug charges
When police in Alaska make an arrest on suspicion of illegal drug activity, it sparks a chain of events that can have a significant impact on an accused individual’s life. No two cases involving drug charges are exactly the same. Even if two people are arrested in...
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...

