Getting a divorce can change your life in many ways. For example, you may experience financial changes that alter your lifestyle following your divorce. Divorce is a common experience and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the U.S. in...
Mediation may help ease the emotional toll of divorce
Going through a divorce is not an easy process for most couples. However, it does not have to include a long, drawn-out court battle. For many couples, mediation is a preferred method of dissolving the marriage. It has numerous benefits, although it is not an...
What is parallel parenting?
It is not unusual to be on bad terms with your ex-spouse in the direct aftermath of a divorce. After all, it is likely that the divorce happened due to some form of marital strife. However, if you have children with your ex-spouse you will be working with him or her...
What are Pennsylvania’s eligibility requirements for divorce?
While it may seem crazy, you and your spouse must meet Pennsylvania’s eligibility requirements for divorce if you decide to part ways. You must also show “grounds” for divorce, which basically means that you must cite a reason for the deterioration of your marriage....
When a former spouse tries to get revenge
Sometimes, marriages end in an amicable manner and both spouses split up on good terms. On the other hand, some people are devastated by the breakdown of their marriage and some become very bitter or place a lot of blame on their ex. In some instances, people try to...
How to prepare for divorce mediation
The divorce process can be tiring and stressful. To make things easier, many couples plan to go through mediation instead of heading to court for litigation. Mediation has many benefits over litigation, such as saving time and money. Plus, it allows a couple to make...
Why should fathers establish paternity?
In Pennsylvania, establishing paternity opens up the legal perks of fatherhood. Some people may ask why they should strive to establish paternity. Today we will take a look at the answer to that question. We will see what legal paternity offers to fathers everywhere....
Why keep your ex-spouse as part of your estate plan?
It goes without saying that your divorce in Greensburg will bring with it a great number of changes. One of these will almost certainly be your desires regarding who you would like to be your primary beneficiaries should you die unexpectedly. If you have already begun...
When is a legal separation a good idea?
When you realize your marriage is no longer working, you may think divorce is your only option. However, there are times when it may be beneficial to get a legal separation instead. There are a few important differences between divorce and legal separation. FindLaw...
Dealing with a potential relocation while co-parenting
While the circumstances that contributed to the end of your marriage in Pennsylvania may have you welcoming your divorce, there will inevitably be challenges that you will face as you transition to your post-divorce life. One of the greatest may be maintaining a...
