You and your spouse make the difficult decision to end your marriage through the Pennsylvania divorce process. You have children together, and it is incredibly important for you to understand how a judge will determine custody rights for you and your spouse....
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How are assets divided in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Dividing assets in a divorce can be one of the most contentious elements of this process. People want to feel like their settlement is fair and reflects what they feel they deserve, but divorcing spouses can have very different opinions on what is fair and what the...
Waiting to file for divorce may not be wise
With well over half the year behind us and just a few weeks until we are barraged with demands of the holidays, this can be a good time to stop and think about what you want in the coming year. For some people, this means thinking seriously about filing for divorce....
3 social media mistakes that can cause problems during a divorce
Hundreds of millions of people use social media, whether they are scrolling through their Facebook news feed or updating their story on Snapchat. While using social media might seem like a harmless way to pass time or connect with others, it is crucial to use it...
4 places to look for hidden assets during a divorce
By the time two people are getting divorced, they have likely struggled through months or even years of not liking or trusting each other. This creates some common problems during the legal process. For instance, if you and your soon-to-be ex don't trust each other,...
Protect yourself and your future during a complex divorce
When you realize that you are headed for divorce, you may feel as though your life is in crisis mode, or a great sense of relief, or some combination of these things and many other emotions. However you respond to this shift in your life, it is wise to begin building...
What factors do courts consider before awarding custody?
Custody disputes can be among the most contentious and upsetting issues in family law. Not only can parents feel scared and angry about sharing (or possibly losing) custody of their children, but children can also feel frightened by such changes. One way that parents...
My ex earns a lot of money: Will I collect alimony?
It is said that money cannot buy happiness, and affluent couples going through a divorce probably appreciate this as much as anyone else. In fact, in many ways, money can complicate a divorce because there is more at stake. For instance, if you are divorcing someone...
What happens with your marital home in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Divorce is different in every state, and each couple's divorce is inherently unique. That means that there is no simple, straightforward answer for the majority of concerns about the divorce process. When it comes to something as complex as how the courts handle your...
What happens to pets in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Affluent couples face a number of challenges when it comes to divorce, particularly with regard to the property division process. Because there may be a lot of money and pricey assets on the line, this step can be highly contentious and complicated. However, in some...