For many couples, separation is a precursor to divorce. For others, taking some time apart helps them reevaluate their relationship, resolve their issues and build a stronger marriage. Regardless of the eventual outcome, separation from your spouse is no small change...
A major issue in most divorces is whether one spouse will have to pay alimony for support to the other spouse. People often negotiate the resolution of the issue of alimony when divorcing and include it in a settlement agreement. Or, the parties may have predetermined...
The numbers may surprise you. Since the 1990s, the divorce rate of people at least 50 years old has "roughly doubled," according to Pew Research Center. Pew looked at federal government data, noting that for people at least age 65, the divorce rate in that same time...
Are you drowning in debt? If so, you are not alone. There are quite a few Pennsylvania residents in the same boat as you. Like many of them, you are probably wondering what you can do about it. There are various debt relief options out there; Chapter 7 bankruptcy is...
When you struggle to get along with your spouse, when you've already gone to couples counseling, when you've worked to stay calm and when you can no longer fight it; divorce is your best option. But, what if you aren't quite sure if divorce is your best option? Below,...
To say that divorce is painful is an understatement. Decisions to end the life you dreamed of, separate yourself from your children and determine how to divide your assets are major life decisions that do not come easily to the healthiest adults. However, while there...
Last week, we introduced the concept of collaborative divorce and explained why it can be a positive, creative choice for some people to negotiate a settlement agreement that meets the unique needs of the family, especially if children are involved. Today, we will...
A healthcare power of attorney is an incredibly beneficial estate planning tool. However--like most estate planning matters--it is not something that either the creator or the individual with a power of attorney should take lightly. It can be a heavy burden that...
Putting together a will is about more than just determining where assets will go in the future. Drafting a will generally leads to a discussion about these assets. The discussion will likely include questions about your assets and what you expect to have in the...
At our law firm, we represent divorcing clients in western Pennsylvania in a range of divorce processes — from the courtroom or traditional negotiation to mediation or collaboration. Today we will talk about the potential benefits of the collaborative divorce...
