Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona
my dad has been in a toxic relationship for 14 years with my step mom. My dad cant handle it anymore and has started filling out the divorce papers. He wants to move out because with his heart condition the environment is taking a tole on him. If he moves out, can she get him for child abandonment? If he leaves and still attempts to see the kids, she probably wont allow him to make it look like he doesnt try.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Your Dad should speak with an experienced attorney. While moving out will not be "abandonment", there are certain things he should consider before doing so. He may desire to file for Divorce right away, or even in advance of moving, and file a Petition for Temporary Orders. That is the quickest manner of getting before the Judge if Mom is unreasonable about his access to the children.
Please have him come in soon. We can certainly help him consider and then pursue his options.
One of our attorneys can explain the issues and procedures better in person. As you can imagine, there is too much to cover via email. He can call us directly to discuss the specifics of the matter, or contact my assistant Sasha or my paralegal Jennifer to schedule a free � hour consultation.
/s/Rich J. Peters
Attorney at Law
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Phoenix, Arizona 85004
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