Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona

My ex and the spouse

I am currently waiting for a PRE DECREE MEDIATION, I am in a custody battle with an EX high school Girlfriend. The Ex and I have twin girls, and my wife supports my decision to have a loving relationship with them. The Ex on the other hand wants us to have no part. My question is can my spouse be there in the PRE DECREE MEDIATION by my side?


Asked on 10/24/07, 2:17 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Ronee Korbin Steiner Ronee Korbin Steiner, P.C.

Re: My ex and the spouse

Neither party may have any other person in mediation. It is confidential and occurs between the parties and the mediator only. Make sure your rights are protected because without her being able to prove a fitness issue against you, joint custody is presumed. let me know if you would like to talk further. You can view my website: www.singinglawyeraz.com

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Answered on 10/24/07, 2:35 pm
Rich Peters R. J. Peters & Assoc., P.C.

Re: My ex and the spouse

No, she cannot.

Let us know if we can help with any of the other issues involved.

We can explain issues and procedures better by phone or in person. As you can imagine, there is too much to cover via e'mail. We offer free 1/2 hour consultations, in which we can discuss the matter in more detail.

Please call me directly to discuss the specifics of your case, or contact my assistant Alicia or my paralegal Jennifer to schedule a free 1/2 hour consultation.

/s/ Rich J. Peters, Attorney

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Answered on 10/24/07, 2:35 pm
Monica Donaldson Stewart Donaldson Stewart, P.C.

Re: My ex and the spouse

Your spouse cannot be present in the mediation. The goal of the mediation is for you and the mother to try to reach agreements between yourselves (with the mediator's assistance) regarding your children. If your case proceeds to trial (e.g. if you don't settle), your wife can appear as a witness on your behalf.

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Answered on 10/24/07, 2:36 pm


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