Child Custody & Legal Decision-Making
Protecting your parental rights and crafting durable parenting plans centered on the best interests of your children in Arizona.
In Arizona, custody is divided into legal decision-making authority and parenting time. Kiilu Davis brings decades of courtroom experience, along with service as a court-appointed Parenting Coordinator, to help parents establish and protect their bond with their children.
Whether negotiating workable holiday and school schedules or litigating high-stakes legal decision-making disputes, our firm pursues fair, protective results with compassion and tenacity.
Services within this practice
Legal Decision-Making Authority
Establishing joint or sole decision-making regarding healthcare, education, and religious upbringing.
Parenting Time Schedules
Practical, enforceable schedules tailored to children's developmental needs and work routines.
Father's Rights & Mother's Rights
Vigorous representation protecting both mothers' and fathers' equal standing under Arizona law.
Parenting Coordinator Services
Court-appointed and private dispute resolution to minimize conflict between parents.
Relocation & Move-Away Petitions
Representation under A.R.S. § 25-408 when a parent seeks to relocate more than 100 miles.
Paternity & Grandparent Visitation
Establishing legal parentage, parental rights, and petitions for third-party grandparent access.
A clear path forward
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Case Review
We examine the child's living arrangements, schooling, health needs, and parental involvement.
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Parenting Plan Formulation
We draft a comprehensive, Arizona-compliant parenting plan addressing schedules and decision-making.
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Mediation or Settlement
We seek constructive resolution to shield children from contentious litigation whenever feasible.
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Judicial Advocacy
When necessary, we present clear, compelling evidence in family court to protect your child's best interests.
Common questions
Related practice areas
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Strategic, assertive advocacy and skilled settlement negotiation for complex divorce and marital dissolution in Scottsdale and throughout Arizona.
Child Support & Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)
Accurate Arizona guideline calculations, complex income analysis, and fair spousal maintenance determinations.
Complex Property Division & Asset Valuation
Equitable division of community property, closely held businesses, executive compensation, and real estate in Arizona.
Let's talk through your next steps
Every family's situation is different. A consultation is the clearest way to understand your options and decide how you'd like to move forward.