COVID-19’S IMPACT ON FAMILY LAW IN ARIZONA

As we come out of COVID-19 restrictions, experts are looking back on how the pandemic impacted relationships, families, divorces and family court. There were many lives taken, and jobs lost, and relationships that did not thrive when put under the harsh restrictions...

New “Summary Consent Decree” Process in Family Court

Recently, the Maricopa County Superior Court introduced something called a Summary Consent Decree, a process that was designed for cases in which the parties have reached a full settlement before even filing anything with the court. This new system is great for...
What to Expect from a Legal Consultation at Our Office

What to Expect from a Legal Consultation at Our Office

When you come in for an initial conference at the Law Office of Gary J. Frank P.C., what you get is a comprehensive legal consultation with an experienced and caring attorney — not a sales pitch, like you may get from some lawyers. During your initial consultation,...

The Many Benefits of Virtual Court Hearings

When every court went virtual in March 2020, many attorneys and judges were skeptical. Nobody knew what to expect—this was completely unprecedented and not what anyone was used to. For many, it certainly took a bit of time to adjust. But now, many of those same...

5 Tips for Making a Good Impression in Court

When you walk into a courtroom for your divorce or custody trial, you are literally placing your future and everything that is important to you, in the hands of a stranger. The judge doesn’t know you, but over the next few hours, she/he is going to listen to your...