Mind Your P's and Q's
Attorney Abbie Godles shares helpful information and practical tips on navigating Arizona divorce and custody, offering insight on out-of-court solutions and litigation. New episodes release odd Wednesdays at 10 am on all your favorite platforms. mymm.substack.com
Episodes
In today’s episode, we’re covering specific considerations for gray divorces. Tune in to learn what a gray divorce is, which considerations are more important than in other divorce scenarios, and get tips on how to approach a gray divorce with your eyes wide open.
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Today we’re chatting parallel parenting as an option for high-conflict cases. If you and your (soon-to-be) co-parent are experiencing a failure to communicate, tune in to find out if this parenting plan is the answer you’ve been seeking.
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This episode is for all the pet parents who are curious about how our furry friends get considered during divorce proceedings. Listen now to learn all the important details about our beloved fur babies in the context of divorce!
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Picking up where the last episode left off, today we’re chatting the Putative Father Registry. Whether you’re a potential dad or soon-to-be mom, listen now to learn the key things to know about the registry.
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Links Mentioned
https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/licensing/vital-records/correction-paternity-claim.pdf
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In previous episodes, we’ve spoken about Arizona law being gender neutral and not favoring either parent based on gender. While that remains true, we haven’t approached a custody chat from a father’s perspective. Today’s episode changes that and focuses on ensuring fathers (and potential fathers) know their rights.
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Today’s episode covers everything you should know about co-parenting apps. Whether you’ve been curious to know more or this is the first you’re hearing about these apps, tune in now to learn the 5 W’s and H of it all!
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Links Mentioned
AppClose - https://appclose.com/
Co-Parent Hub - https://www.coparenthub.com
Divvito - https://divvito.com/
OurFamilyWizard - https://www.ourfamilywizard.com/
ProperComm - https://www.propercomm.com/
Last episode, we delved into what to do if your ex isn’t following your court orders. This episode, we’re going even deeper and exploring the Accountability & Enforcement Court for close oversight of chronic non-payors of child support and/or spousal maintenance.
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If you’re frustrated by your ex’s refusal to abide the court orders, this episode is for you! Today’s episode is all about how to get the court’s help enforcing current orders that aren’t being followed accurately—or worse—at all.
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What do you do if you’re looking for the protections of a prenup but have no wedding plans on the horizon or perhaps no intention to marry at all? In today’s episode, I’m covering how you and your partner can secure your respective rights independent of choosing the traditional marriage path.
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After your divorce has been granted, is that it? Are you good to just move on? Not necessarily! This episode covers all the considerations that come after the judge has signed on the dotted line.
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Links Mentioned
https://www.azleg.gov/viewdocument/?docName=https://www.azleg.gov/ars/14/02804.htm
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What happens if you open a case for your divorce or custody matter and your ex doesn’t respond? Are you stuck married and/or without a formalized custody arrangement? Fear not! In this episode, we’re covering everything you need to know about what happens if you find yourself in this scenario.
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This episode covers an important update on the standard used to approve agreements reached outside of court. Tune in to learn about the recent case that clarified the unfair versus equitable standards used within family court.
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Tune in for this brief update episode where I address why there were no new episodes released in November. You’ll also find out a little about what to expect from the podcast going forward.
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If you’re facing a divorce or custody matter with a history of domestic violence, you may assume you’re automatically precluded from pursuing an alternative to litigation. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why that assumption isn’t true and shedding light on key considerations when deciding whether an alt may be a viable option in your case.
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If you’re facing a divorce or custody matter, you’re likely to make mistakes if you plow ahead blindly—and that’s to be expected! So, whether choosing to litigate, mediate, or seek some other alternative to litigation, listen to this episode to get ahead of the top mistakes to avoid.
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The updated spousal maintenance guidelines and BRAND NEW spousal maintenance calculator are here! Tune in now to learn about the changes, including their effective date, and where to find the guidelines and calculator for yourself.
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Links Mentioned
Spousal Maintenance Calculator - https://www.superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/app/selfsuffcalc/
Spousal Maintenance Guidelines - https://www.azcourts.gov/Portals/22/2023-119_1.pdf
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If you and/or your spouse identify as LGBTQ+, you may be curious if/how your divorce or custody matter will differ from a heterosexual one, in terms of both process and specific issues. Tune in now to learn all about navigating an LGBTQ+ divorce or custody matter in Arizona.
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Did you know you can mediate your prenup? Consider this healthy alternative to reduce or remove the stress and tension that can be involved when using the traditional process. In this episode, find out all the details you need to know about mediating your prenuptial agreement, including the benefits and what the general process entails.
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Today, we’re talking all things prenup! Learn exactly what a prenuptial agreement is, who should get one and why, what agreements can be included, and how to actually get one. We’ll also cover amending or revoking your prenup and enforceability of it during your divorce or legal separation.
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Mediation is a powerful tool that can help couples avoid litigating their divorce or custody matter. Nonetheless, not all cases are well suited for this alternative. Tune in now to find out when it may be best to skip mediation and go straight to court, including discussion on whether mediation may be successful at helping you work through limited issues at any point.
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