Pennsylvania is a state that does not have a formal process for couples to go through a legal separation. In other words, if people want to end their married lives together, they will need to file for a divorce. Pennsylvania’s divorce process can take some time. Even...
Divorce
Choosing between collaborative divorce or divorce mediation
Divorce and what it involves has changed in recent years. The divorce process traditionally took place in a courtroom before a judge, who decided things such as who gets the house or how much alimony would be paid. In recent years, new ways of divorcing have gained...
Protecting children from an alcohol-dependent ex
People divorce for various reasons. Multiple factors lead to the growing distance between spouses. A growingly common problem that outright shatters unsalvageable marriages involve spouses addicted to alcohol. As the situation spirals out of control, the union...
Divorcing parents must create a parenting plan
Pennsylvania parents getting a divorce must generally come up with a parenting plan to establish how they will raise their children following the divorce. When two parents are no longer together, it is important that they work together to prioritize the best interests...
How to deal with debt during and after your divorce
Are you worried about the financial implications of your divorce? If not, you probably should be. The way in which your assets are divided in your divorce can reshape your financial standing for decades to come. This means that you need to take a comprehensive and...
What should I know about child custody in Pennsylvania?
When we get married, we envision our happily ever after with our new spouse. Sadly, not everyone’s marriage stays happy, and some may decide that it is best to divorce. If you have kids, you may be concerned about how your divorce will affect your relationship with...
How does a new marriage affect your finances?
If you have been divorced and are thinking about getting married again, you may want to think very carefully about how the new marriage will affect your finances. Not only should you think carefully about your own finances, past, present, and future but you may also...
Should I file bankruptcy while I’m getting divorced?
Whether to file a bankruptcy immediately before or in the middle of a divorce is a decision that will depend on a number of individual circumstances. A resident of the Pittsburgh area should speak with a professional who has experience in both bankruptcy and family...
What are the benefits of collaborative law divorce?
Collaborative law divorce is a good alternative to a litigated divorce for divorcing couples who are looking to save time, money and acrimony in their divorce. It is helpful for couples considering their options once they have made the decision to divorce to...
Exploring options to resolve child custody disputes
Many of our readers in Pennsylvania probably know that child custody can be one of the most difficult legal issues to tackle in a divorce case. But, this issue can be just as challenging for parents who were never married as well. These days, all kinds of family...