When you get a divorce, you should know how the courts will divide your assets. Community property states require that all marital assets get divided equally between you and your spouse. However, equitable distribution states require an equitable, not equal,...
One of the most contentious parts of any divorce is the custody agreement. In many cases, parents struggle with conflict over the custody agreement and parenting plan. When you can work together and find common ground in your custody case, it is in everyone’s best...
After trying to reconcile, the time may come when divorce becomes the best solution for you and your spouse. Many other people face the same situation. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, 31,691 marriages ended in divorce or annulment in 2021. Not that...
Child custody can be a confusing thing to navigate. However, it would be best if you learned more about the system to play a prominent role in your child's life as a custodial parent. Here is what you need to know about being a custodial parent and what you can do...
If you and your child's other parent are no longer together and you currently have a custody arrangement in Pennsylvania, you may be wondering if you can revisit the orders. Here are some scenarios that may justify taking a second look at custody agreements. 1. Best...
If you reach a point in your marriage where divorce seems like the right choice, you likely look to the future with a refreshed perspective. What you are probably not looking forward to is the lengthy court process that often comes with divorce. The field of...
A divorce can take a lot out of you emotionally, and cloud your judgment. You may find yourself dealing with a lot of stress, and unsure of how to manage it. While divorce can cause you to lose sight of what is the most important, there are ways that you can help take...
When people are looking to fulfill their family's needs during a divorce, mediation may be on the table. A third party can help both sides find a resolution together. Despite the good that mediation can do, there are many misconceptions that can lead to frustration....
Not every Pennsylvania divorce or child custody matter is navigable through mediation. However, if yours is, you may find that ending your marriage or setting your custody dispute in this manner leads to several notable benefits. Mediation may save you considerable...
As a parent who recently went through divorce, you likely have a full plate even in the aftermath. Unfortunately, your co-parent knows this, too. This is the time when most parents choose to strike and make attempts at alienating you from your kids. But how can you...
