What Phoenix Parents Can Do When the Parenting Plan Is Falling Apart

Protect your rights, your time, and your child’s stability, even if your ex is not cooperating.

by Justin Fouts

Are you going through a difficult family dispute in Phoenix? Maybe your ex is not following the parenting plan, missing pickups or drop-offs, or making decisions without you.

When this happens, it can feel like you are losing control over your child’s life. That feeling is stressful, scary, and overwhelming for any parent.

The situation does not have to stay this way.

5 Things Every Arizona Parent Should Know When a Parenting Plan Is Not Working

  1. Keep detailed notes of missed pickups, late drop-offs, and communication issues.

  2. Do not retaliate. Courts look for steady, consistent behavior from both parents.

  3. Stick to the existing plan even if your ex does not. It protects you legally.

  4. Know your rights. In Arizona, legal decision-making and parenting time can be adjusted when circumstances change.

  5. Talk to a family law attorney early. One conversation can prevent months of frustration.

Knowing your rights is one thing. Enforcing your parenting time is another.

If you are looking for a family law attorney in Phoenix who will actually fight for your parenting time and keep you informed every step of the way, we are here to help.

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Justin D. Fouts
Attorney at Law
Partner

I’m Justin, and I’m here to help.

I am a founding partner at Dempsey & Fouts, and I lead our Family Law division. I have spent years in courtrooms handling trials, hearings, and negotiations, and I am committed to fighting for parents who need a strong advocate on their side.

I focus on contested divorces, parenting time issues, child support, and property disputes. My goal is always the same: protect your interests and help you move toward a more stable future.

I live here in Phoenix with my wife, our twin daughters, and our two dogs. When I am not working, you can usually find me hiking local trails or playing a round of golf.

If you are facing a difficult family situation, I will walk with you through it with clarity, honesty, and determination.

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Reasons to Choose Dempsey & Fouts

Strong advocacy for parenting time.

We take missed exchanges and interference seriously.

Clear communication.

You always know what is happening and what comes next.

Local Arizona experience.

We understand the courts, the judges, and the process.

How It Works

  1. Tell us what is happening. Share your situation in a confidential consultation.

  2. Get a legal roadmap. We explain your options and what Arizona law allows.

  3. Move toward stability. We help enforce or modify your parenting plan.

What You’ll Receive

  • A clear legal strategy tailored to your family

  • Consistent updates and communication

  • Guidance on modifying or enforcing parenting time

  • Support for custody disputes, co-parenting issues, and more

  • A compassionate team focused on protecting your child’s wellbeing

Imagine having a parenting plan that actually works.

Imagine stability for you and your child.

If you are ready to move toward a calmer and more predictable future, fill out the form below and we will help you get there.