Worrying about what's going to happen with your possessions is common in Pennsylvania divorces. Fewer people stop to think about the impact that their debt might have on their financial future. However, in a Pennsylvania divorce, the courts are probably going to split...
Who Puts Family First
Year: 2020
What factors do Pennsylvania judges consider in child custody decisions?
When parents divorce, they usually want equal access to their children and equal say when it comes to major decisions regarding the child’s upbringing, including those involving medical treatment, religion and education. So who exactly decides whether parents get to...
A stepparent adoption may be the right choice for your family’s security
You love your stepchildren, and you’ve always wanted to be guaranteed to remain in their lives. You know that if your spouse passes away, you won’t necessarily be the parent to keep them in your custody. Similarly, if your parental rights aren’t guaranteed through...
Things to consider before adopting in Pennsylvania
So you want to adopt a child? The world needs more people who are willing to and fully prepared to do so. Adoption is a life-changing decision for you, the child and everyone else in your family, so take time to consider how life will change for everyone involved....
Protect your credit rating during a divorce
If financial stress played a role in your divorce, it is essential to ensure that the divorce process does not exacerbate your financial problems. While divorce does not magically wipe your debts, it does allow you to start anew and tackle existing debts your way....
What surprises people about divorce?
Do you ever feel like you know exactly how your divorce will go and how it will change your life? Maybe it’s something you have been thinking about for some time, and you really think you understand the process. If so, that’s great. The more you can know from the...
Teenagers and child custody
Many child custody conversations center around younger children. A mother may argue that she needs to see a 1-year-old more because he or she is still breastfeeding. A father may argue that his 6-year-old needs to have equal time with both parents because these young...
To take care of your children, you must take care of yourself
Young children are very impressionable. They see what you do and hear what you say. When a couple fights and argues, the kids are likely in hearing distance. Even if you are trying to shield your children from you and your partner's spats, it is nearly impossible to...
How collaborative divorce can save you money
The term "collaborative divorce" refers to the process where spouses work together to create mutually agreeable arrangements for their divorce. When people list the benefits of collaborative divorce, they will often include how it can protect children from an...