The Arizona legislature is considering significant changes to the state’s child custody laws.  First, the proposed new law essentially creates a presumption that parents will be awarded joint custody (meaning that the parties are to make important decisions for the children together).  Arizona Revised Statute (“A.R.S.”) § 25-403(C) would state:  “In a disputed family law matter involving children, if both parents are found to be fit or capable to be a parent, the court shall not award sole … [Read more...]