Who Puts Family First
If you have uncertainty about getting a divorce because you worry about what others will think, it is very important to remember that you are not alone. Moreover, you should not let the opinions of others (even close friends and family members) prevent you from taking...
When the court orders you to make alimony payments, it is a legal requirement that you do so. If you fall behind or stop paying, you are in violation of an order, and the court will likely step in. Pennsylvania law allows a judge to take several different approaches...
Over the course of your divorce, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse might experience many points of contention. One of these is sure to be child custody, but determining the custodianship of your child is not something to approach with a desire to satisfy...
Your family has to go through an extensive transitional period following a divorce. In some cases, marriages end with bitter feelings, resentment and anger toward one another. To make matters more complicated, you must remain in your ex's life when you have children....
When you make child custody decisions in a divorce, you will have to create a parenting plan. This is like the blueprint you will follow when it comes to the care of your children. Having a solid parenting plan is essential to ensure you do not have miscommunications...
Adopting a child is a huge undertaking. It is also a massive legal process that could have some challenges along the way. Common issues are when there is another person blocking your ability to adopt. FindLaw notes that such problems with adoption can occur at any...
Divorce is often not just difficult for the couple who is divorcing. It is often also complicated for their children, as well. This can be especially true if there are young children involved. While it may be challenging to manage their emotions, doing so properly can...
If you and your spouse have decided to get a divorce, you may worry about how you will live without a joint income. This may take some time to get used to and you may even need to adjust your lifestyle. If you and your spouse argued about money, you are similar to 48%...
If your ex-spouse is a narcissist, parenting post-divorce may seem like an impossible task. However, unless your home life was abusive, it is likely that you and your ex will co-parent. Co-parenting is generally in the best interest of your child, who should be the...
The debts you share with your soon-to-be ex-spouse may divide fairly. Pennsylvania’s statutes consider debts and assets acquired during marriage as marital property subject to division. They may not, however, divide exactly in half between two spouses. A family court...