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Aggravated Assault at Sports Events in Arizona
Aggravated Assault in Arizona at Major Sporting Events: A Growing Concern The excitement that pulses through Arizona’s sports stadiums and tailgate parties is unmistakable. Whether it’s a high-stakes football rivalry in Tempe or a playoff basketball game in downtown Phoenix, spectators come together, bursting with energy and pride for their favorite teams. However, behind the […] More
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Same Sex vs Regular Divorce in Arizona
Same-Sex Divorces in Arizona: A Balanced Legal Look Divorce is rarely a straightforward process, and for same-sex couples in Arizona, it can come with its own set of tricky parts and tangled issues. Although the law treats same-sex and opposite-sex marriages equally, the experience of ending a marriage often involves confusing bits, complicated pieces, and […] More
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Know Your Rights Essential Steps for ICE Stops
Know Your Rights: What to Do If ICE Stops You – A Legal Perspective When you find yourself in an encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the experience can be intimidating and overwhelming. In today’s tangled legal landscape, knowing your rights isn’t just useful—it’s essential. This opinion editorial is an in-depth look at how […] More
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Divorce Impact on Green Card Immigration Status
Family Law, Immigration, and Divorce: A Delicate Balancing Act Divorce is often a nerve-racking process on its own, and when combined with immigration concerns, it can feel overwhelmingly tangled and off-putting. For many immigrants who received a green card through marriage, the prospect of a divorce raises several tricky parts and confusing bits. In Arizona, […] More
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Arizona Same Sex Divorce Process Explained
Introduction: Understanding Same-Sex Divorce in Arizona The landscape of divorce in Arizona has evolved significantly since the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), which affirmed same-sex marriage as a fundamental right. Today, same-sex divorces are treated with the same fairness as heterosexual divorces under Arizona law. However, even when the legal […] More
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Tempe Police ASU Police Impact Student DUI Cases
Understanding the Overlapping Jurisdictions in DUI Arrests The subject of driving under the influence is one that is always loaded with issues, and when you add the element of jurisdiction—specifically the differences between Tempe Police and ASU Police—it becomes even more intimidating. In many ways, DUI arrests in and around Arizona State University (ASU) are […] More
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Attorney Kolsrud Investigates Kepner Cruise Death
Legal Uncertainty on the High Seas: An Opinion Editorial on the Anna Kepner Case The disturbing death of 18‐year-old Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival cruise has once again highlighted the tangled issues that arise when legal proceedings collide with tragic events. As a legal editor with years of experience, I have seen cases with numerous […] More
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Attorney Josh Kolsrud Offers Fresh Perspective on Presidential Executive Orders
Understanding Presidential Directives: How Executive Orders Really Work Executive orders have long been a tool for presidents to take swift action when legislative processes lag behind pressing needs. However, behind the seemingly simple idea of a presidential order lies a host of tricky parts that affect federal operations, employee rights, and the balance of power […] More
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Navigating Apartment Rentals in Arizona After a DUI Conviction
Will a DUI Conviction Prevent You From Renting an Apartment in Arizona? The effects of a DUI conviction can feel overwhelming and even nerve-racking, especially when you’re trying to secure stable housing. There are many twists and turns in the process, and even though a DUI isn’t directly linked to housing offenses, it can cast […] More
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Championing Child Welfare in Arizona Family Law Through Guardian ad Litem
The Role and Impact of a Guardian ad Litem in Arizona Family Law When family law cases become emotionally charged and laden with legal twists and turns, particularly those involving child custody disputes, one role that often comes to the forefront is that of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL). In Arizona, these court-appointed advocates play […] More
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Redefining High Asset Divorce in Arizona through Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Arizona Community Property Division: Understanding High-Asset Divorce Dynamics High-asset divorce in Arizona is an issue that brings together a mix of legal certainty and tricky parts that can really shake up married couples with significant wealth. Arizona’s community property laws require that assets and debts acquired during marriage be split equally, unless a well-drafted marital […] More
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Gloves Off for Good CHM Law Shines at Mayweathers Sold Out Gala
Gloves Off for Good: A Closer Look at a Landmark Legal Gala Event In a night filled with excitement, inspiration, and a deep sense of purpose, CHM Law made its mark at the celebrated Floyd Mayweather Championship Gala. The event, held on November 8, 2025, at the striking Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild […] More












