People typically turn to litigated divorce when they decide to separate from their spouse and end their marriage. Mediation is an alternative solution that may work better for your situation and help to preserve an amicable relationship with your ex. There are several...
Anchorage Family Law Blog
3 myths about same-sex divorce in Alaska
Experiencing a divorce comes with a great deal of stress and uncertainty. Same-sex couples who decide to split likely feel even greater uncertainty if they do not understand where their situation stands in the eyes of the law. In general, any couple moving forward...
Tips for co-parenting with your ex
Going into the divorce process, one of your biggest concerns was likely how ending your marriage would affect your children. Although divorce can affect your children, it is something that happens to many families every year. According to the Centers for Disease...
Limitations and difficulties with QDROs
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a way for courts to divide retirement benefits in a divorce. The beneficiary, or alternate payee, is typically the ex-spouse. However, retirement plans can also pay a child or other dependent. Splitting marital property...
Your military divorce may affect your eligibility for benefits
If you are facing divorce, you probably wonder how much of your military spouse’s retired pay you stand to receive. However, another question concerns the military benefits you enjoyed during your marriage. How will the divorce affect your eligibility for those...
How Alaskan courts consider child preference in custody cases
Parents with an upcoming custody hearing may be extremely concerned about how the judge will factor in the children's preferences. Though this is a valid worry, courts in Alaska do take some children's desires into consideration when ruling on custody arrangements. Is...
3 signs your soon-to-be ex-spouse wants a friendlier divorce
You undoubtedly have heard some divorce horror stories from your friends, coworkers or relatives. While it is true some marriages end in bitter and protracted court battles, many couples pursue friendlier divorces. That is, rather than going through a long court...
Can I end a same-sex marriage through divorce in Alaska?
Divorce is often stressful. When you are trying to end a same-sex marriage and you live in an area that can still be behind on the times, it can be even tougher. If this situation sounds familiar, the first thing to know is that you are not alone. Representation is...
What you should know about spousal support
Not every divorce involves an order to pay spousal support. There is a common misconception that spouses should have the same resources and standard of living that they shared over the course of a marriage. Courts do not generally require people paying support to give...
What are some of the benefits of stepparent adoption?
Formally adopting a stepchild can benefit and strengthen families. Also, there may be practical utility in formalizing the parent-child relationship. Going through the process of adoption offers several legal advantages. People who are raising stepchildren should...