Show 24: Family Law 101

IN-STUDIO GUEST: When families with children fall apart the legal system will most likely become involved to help sort out the details of divorce, child custody, visitation and support. So how does family law work here in Alaska? What's the first step (and subsequent steps) to take when seeking legal assistance? Learn about the basics of Alaska Family Law with guest Steve Pradell, a local attorney and author of The Alaska Family Law Handbook, who joins Shana Sheehy in the studio.

RESOURCES FROM THIS PROGRAM:

• Alaska Family Law Self Help Center
• Alaska Legal Services
• Alaska Bar Association
• Alaska Youth and Parent Foundation

FEATURED STORIES: Hiring an attorney to handle family legal matters may seem like the only option in some situations – but what if you can’t afford to do that? There are a variety of organizations that help represent low-income Alaskans in legal matters, and some DIY resources, too. Jessica Cochran reports on local, affordable legal resources available to families in Alaska.

Since 1976 in Alaska youth ages 16 and older are able to gain legal emancipation which allows minors to sign for school and medical procedures, obtain housing through a lease, sue and be sued. Paul Flahive explains how it works.

Ask KTD debuts - Julia Jackson, Director of Family Services at thread answers your family relationship questions. Today - helping kids through divorce; Jackson recommends Was It the Chocolate Pudding? as a great book resource.