The Role of a Mediator: Understanding Family Conflict Resolution in Scottsdale

Scottsdale families are increasingly turning to mediation as a constructive alternative to litigation for family disputes related to divorce, child custody, or estate planning. Owens & Perkins’ mediation services provide a structured, neutral environment where all parties can voice concerns, work through disputes, and reach mutually acceptable agreements. Unlike traditional legal proceedings, mediation emphasizes collaboration,

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High Asset Divorce – Dividing Your Retirement Accounts

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If you’re going through a divorce or legal separation, and you or your spouse have retirement accounts (IRA’s, 401K’s, Pensions) that need to be divided, you will need to hire an attorney to prepare a Qualified Domestic Relations Order, more commonly known as a QDRO, and have it filed with the Court.  A QDRO is

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SHOULD I FILE FOR DIVORCE?

We’ve all heard the statistics that 50% of marriages end in divorce. Filing for divorce is a big decision that not only impacts you and your spouse, but the lives of your children and extended family, as well.  So, how do you know when it’s time to get a divorce? At Owens & Perkins, we

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High-Conflict Custody Battles in Arizona

In this post, we’re going to cover some important information in regard to dealing with high-conflict custody battles in the State of Arizona.  Legal custody is a legal term referring to the right of a person to make decisions about the care and welfare of a child and includes decisions for education, health care, and

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10 Signs Of A High-Conflict Divorce

Going through a divorce is never easy, but a high-conflict divorce can be even more challenging and stressful for the parties as well as any of their children involved. If you find yourself in this situation, consider seeking guidance from a Scottsdale divorce attorney to help navigate through the complexities. What is a high conflict

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What are the stages of divorcing a narcissist

Divorcing a narcissist can be extremely challenging. If they take this as a personal attack, anything can become collateral, including children. Understanding the stages of divorcing a narcissist is the first step toward planning for a better future. For expert guidance and support, consider consulting a Scottsdale divorce attorney to help you navigate these difficult

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How to Divorce a Narcissist

One of the most common things we hear from clients here at Owens & Perkins is that they think, or their counselor has said, that their spouse is a narcissist. According to the DSM-5, narcissism is a preoccupation with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love. Most people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder

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