When most Arizona parents find themselves before a court of law to discuss financial support, the matter is fairly straightforward. The custodial parent is usually seeking child support payments from the non-custodial parent, to assist with the costs of raising a shared child. There are certainly variations to these matters, such as when a parent seeks the help of the court in forcing compliance with an existing child support order or when one parent is asking for a modification in the amount of the payments.
Making wise decisions during an Arizona divorce
For many spouses, the divorce process is unfamiliar territory. It can be difficult to know which decisions are best during what can be a tumultuous time. That said, the financial decisions made during the divorce process can have lasting ramifications, so spouses should make every effort to structure a smart property division strategy. For those in Arizona who expect to receive child support or alimony as part of their divorce settlement, there are a number of considerations involved.
Flexibility is key when creating child custody arrangements
When Arizona parents are moving toward divorce, the top priority is usually how to structure a custody arrangement that is best for their shared children. This can be a challenge, because while parents have access to a huge body of research on various child custody options, there is no consensus among social scientists as to which choice is best for kids. An example lies in the debate surrounding whether children fare better when they divide time equally between both parents, versus a more traditional every-other-weekend visitation schedule.
Shared custody may be less stressful for children
Arizona parents who are seeking a divorce may be interested in the results of a study which looked at post-divorce stress in children. The researchers' conclusions may go against the common wisdom in child custody disputes.
