How Is Community Property Divided in a Bullhead City and Surrounding Areas of Arizona Divorce?
If you are reading this, you might be going through one of the hardest times of your life. My partner Aline and I have been practicing law since 1982. That is over 40 years. We have sat across the desk from thousands of folks in Bullhead City, Kingman, and Lake Havasu. We have seen the […]
What Is the Difference Between Formal and Informal Probate in Arizona?
If you are reading this, you might be going through a tough time. Maybe you just lost a loved one. Or maybe you are trying to help a parent get their affairs in order. First, I want to say I am sorry for your loss. My partner Aline and I have been helping folks in […]
Understanding Bullhead City AZ Child Custody Laws: A Guide for Parents
Introduction to Child Custody Laws Child custody laws in Arizona determine the legal decision-making and parenting time for a child – this is also known as establish legal decision making. Arizona law governs these matters, and the state sets specific standards for custody cases. The court’s primary concern is the best interests of the child, […]
Packing for Trouble: Your Arizona Guide to Avoiding Court Fights Over Holiday Travel
Facing Holiday Travel Disputes: What are the Parental Rights and Obligations for Taking Children Out of Arizona? But when you mix holiday excitement—like a trip to Disneyland or a family reunion in Vegas—with the rules of a court-ordered Parenting Plan, things can get messy fast. We see it every December: a parent takes the kids […]
The Year-End Cash Rush: How to Gift Money to Family Without the IRS Knocking
Facing Year-End Gifting: What is the $18,000 Gift Tax Exclusion and How Does it Affect Arizona Families? When December rolls around, we get a lot of questions about one thing: gifting money. Maybe you want to give a large chunk of cash to your grandchild to start their college fund. Maybe you want to help […]
The Holiday Heist: How to Stop the “Grandparent Scam” and Protect Arizona Seniors’ Savings
Facing Holiday Fraud: What is “The Grandparent Scam” and How Can Elder Law Protect Arizona Seniors? The holidays are a time for generosity and family love. Sadly, they are also a time when criminals get very busy. They know that people are stressed, distracted, and their hearts are wide open. This is why scams aimed […]
Christmas Chaos Control: Your Bullhead City Guide to Winning the Holiday Custody Battle
Facing Holiday Custody Issues in Arizona: What Are the Key Facts About Splitting Christmas Parenting Time? When most people think of the holidays, they think of hot cocoa, lights, and family gatherings. But for many parents who are divorced or separated, December feels less like a winter wonderland and more like a legal battlefield. We […]
Guardianship vs. Conservatorship in Arizona: What’s the Difference?
What is the Difference Between a Guardianship and a Conservatorship in Arizona? As our loved ones get older, they sometimes need more help. Maybe your mother in Lake Havasu is getting confused and forgetting to pay her bills. Or maybe your father in Bullhead City has had a stroke and can’t make his own medical […]
How Do I Adopt in Arizona? A Guide to the 3 Paths for Growing Your Family
What is the Legal Process for Adoption in Arizona? Adoption is one of the happiest things we get to do as family law attorneys. For over 35 years, our team at Knochel Law Offices has helped families in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, and across the Tri-State area come together. It’s a wonderful, life-changing journey. But […]
The Two Paths for Divorce in Arizona: Contested vs. Uncontested
What is the Real Difference Between a Contested and Uncontested Divorce in Arizona? When people in Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, or Kingman decide it’s time to end a marriage, they often just want it to be over. They want it to be fast, cheap, and simple. But the path your divorce takes depends on one […]