Unfortunately, many marriages do not last. According to World Population Review, the divorce rate in Pennsylvania sits at 10 percent. This number is relatively low compared to the rest of the country. However, married couples need to know the signs that a divorce...
Divorce
Of the divorce options available, what is your preference?
If you and your spouse are ending your marriage, you may be leaning toward a traditional divorce in court. However, there are alternatives to litigation such as mediation or collaborative divorce. Could one of these options be a better choice? Litigation basics...
3 benefits of a collaborative divorce
Deciding to divorce is hard on everyone involved but there are ways to make the process easier. Couples that get a collaborative divorce focus on staying out of court and design a divorce settlement they both agree on. Many couples choose a collaborative divorce to...
Can you keep your full 401(k) in your divorce?
Through research and receiving input from people in Pennsylvania, you may feel completely prepared for any and all aspects of your upcoming divorce proceedings (still understanding that every case is unique). However, one element that many do not anticipate is the...
When should you consider a divorce?
Differences of opinion can disrupt any relationship. However, when you reach a point where indifference causes unrelenting tension, you may have considered divorce. Your decision to separate from your spouse is a personal one. Knowing under what conditions a divorce...
What should you expect when divorcing a narcissist?
If you currently face divorce, the whole process can become messy quickly. It is a lot worse when the person you divorce is a narcissist. Narcissists are manipulative and tend to only care for themselves. If you feel that your ex may be a narcissist, you need to know...
3 steps to take ahead of filing for divorce
A Pennsylvania divorce is rarely easy, but there are steps you may want to take that may help ensure that you give all relevant matters the attention they deserve. You may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of having to find a lawyer, determine child custody...
3 signs your soon-to-be ex-spouse is open to divorce mediation
Even if your marriage is not working out as you intended, you may not want to battle your spouse in open court. Using an alternative approach to wrap up your marriage may not only preserve your sanity, but it may also save you some cash. Divorce mediation is becoming...
How is property divided in a Pennsylvania divorce?
While there are many difficult topics to negotiate during divorce proceedings, separating marital property may be one of the most challenging. It is easy to become attached to property that you have accumulated during the marriage. It is critical to understand the...
What are some important factors in a gray divorce?
Gray divorce is when your divorce occurs later in life. Most older couples will no longer have children at home and have marriages that stretch into decades. Business Insider explains that the concerns in a gray divorce differ from those in other divorces due to the...