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Why do some families adopt an adult?

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Mar 10, 2023 | Adoptions

Many people believe adoption is only to bring young children into a family. However, state law also permits you to adopt an adult. If you know an adult that you want to adopt as a son or daughter, take heart that you likely have a good reason for doing so. WebMD...

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What you should know about stepparent adoptions

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Mar 9, 2023 | Adoptions

Did you know that nearly 40% of adoptions that occur in the US involve stepparents? Stepparent adoptions and foster care adoptions have the greatest percentage of adoptions in the US. Stepparent adoptions typically begin because one biological parent is not involved...

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How do spouses hide assets in divorce?

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Feb 24, 2023 | Divorce

Division of assets often serves as one of the biggest hurdles to overcome during the divorce process. Unfortunately, sometimes a spouse may attempt to make things even harder than usual by attempting to hide assets. What red flags can you keep an eye out for if you...

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How can you navigate the financial hurdles of divorce?

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Feb 7, 2023 | Divorce

Divorce is an emotionally charged, tumultuous time for most couples. In addition to the difficulties separating your life from your former spouse's, you may also undergo financial stress as you split your income and assets. Remember that the financial hurdles...

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What should you know before getting a PFA?

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Jan 24, 2023 | Firm News

A protection order can help you to stay safe from someone who has done you harm. It is an option when you are a victim of a crime in Pennsylvania. There are guidelines to the process, and you should be aware of how things work before you apply for the protection...

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How can you make coparenting a success?

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Jan 23, 2023 | Child Custody, Custody Plans, Divorce

Following your divorce, one of the most complicated aspects of your new life is bound to be co-parenting. Though you and your former spouse may have differing perceptions regarding how to parent, you must work together to make the transition as seamless and...

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How to protect yourself from an abusive spouse

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Jan 20, 2023 | Divorce

If you are thinking about a divorce because of abuse in the relationship, you may want to consider requesting a Protection From Abuse Order. If approved, this order provides you, and your children, protection for a specified period of time. There are certain steps you...

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Children thrive with successful co-parenting

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Jan 18, 2023 | Child Custody, Divorce

After going through a divorce, it may be difficult dealing with your ex, but if you have children, it is inevitable. If you and your ex-spouse share parental responsibilities, it is important to figure out a way to co-parent successfully. According to Healthline,...

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Financial considerations for your divorce

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Jan 10, 2023 | Divorce

Even when you feel as though you are well prepared for your impending divorce, surprises can leave you financially struggling. Unfortunately, even the best efforts to prepare may prove insufficient due to your inexperience with the process. There are a few key...

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3 ways children may react to an adoptive sibling

On Behalf of The Law Offices of Joseph A. Guillama | Dec 8, 2022 | Adoptions

Anytime you add a new member to the family, it changes the existing dynamics permanently. Though the changes are typically positive, adjusting to them takes time. If you already have children, they may have mixed feelings about the addition of an adopted sibling....

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