For many couples in Anchorage, the marital home is both the most valuable financial asset and an anchor for daily life. When spouses decide to end their marriage, what happens to the family home is often one of the most important questions in the process....
Losing regular contact with a grandchild can be painful. If a parent suddenly stops visits, calls or other communication, a grandparent may wonder whether any legal options exist. In Alaska, grandparents may be able to ask the court for visitation in some situations,...
When spouses in Alaska cannot reach an agreement from the start, a divorce transitions from uncontested to contested. This shift changes how the court handles property division, support payments and child custody. Knowing what to expect at each stage can help...
After a domestic violence arrest, the court may release someone with conditions that restrict contact with the alleged victim. Those conditions can create immediate problems when the parties share a home, have children together or need to collect belongings. The...
An Alaska grandparent may obtain custody of a grandchild in limited situations, usually when the parents cannot safely care for the child or when living with a parent would clearly harm the child’s welfare. The court does not treat a grandparent and a parent the same...
Alaska Civil Rule 90.3 determines child support by starting with a parent’s adjusted income and then applying the guideline formula. For Anchorage parents with overtime, seasonal work or fluctuating pay, the most important part of the calculation is which earnings...
Dealing with PFDs and Native corporation shares in Alaska divorce While every divorce handles houses and cars, Alaska residents must also account for unique state-specific assets. This is especially true when one or both spouses are Indigenous to Alaska. If you find...
Prenuptial agreements limit the risk of a contentious divorce. Public acceptance of prenuptial agreements has increased noticeably in recent decades, but not everyone embraces marital contracts. Some people may still feel anxious when hearing a request to sign a...
In certain situations, grandparents in Alaska may have the right to request formal visitation with their grandchildren. Other times, they may assume custody of their grandchildren and legally adopt them. There are numerous scenarios in which grandparents may seek the...
Leaving an abusive relationship is often one of the most difficult decisions a survivor can make. Along with the emotional challenges, many individuals face concerns about their safety, finances and even the future of their family. It is natural to want the situation...
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