Prenuptial agreements are often portrayed as a sign of mistrust between partners, but that’s far from the truth. Prenuptial agreements are useful legal tools that have practical benefits and safeguard both spouses. Outlined below are some of the key benefits of...
The emotional strain of divorce, combined with the need to maintain a united front for your children, often creates significant stress for many parents. As you establish a new normal for your family, you might struggle to balance your own emotional needs with the...
If you work, you likely depend on that income to run your household. Your income will be crucial if you are divorcing so you probably do not want to upset your employer and lose your job. They can’t fire you because you are divorcing, but they potentially could if...
Child support is often a critical part of divorce proceedings, helping to ensure that children continue to receive financial care from both parents. However, there are situations where a court in Pennsylvania may decide not to award child support. Understanding the...
In most divorce cases where the couple owns a house together, they simply sell that house during property division. Say that you recently filed for divorce. If your house is worth $300,000, you can split it and both you and your ex take $150,000. This makes dividing...
The court’s goal when creating a child custody arrangement is typically to maintain a healthy relationship between children and both of their parents. This may be done by determining a child’s best interests. In short, the "best interests of a child" can include...
Due to the significant wealth and financial intricacies, high-asset divorces are more complex than typical divorces. The stakes are higher, and the process requires careful consideration of multiple factors. Here are some ways high-asset divorces differ from standard...
People sometimes believe that couples who have been together for many years and are older have solid marriages that won’t be shaken. In reality, the incidence of divorces in people over 50 years old is more common than what many realize. These divorces are known as...
Contentious divorces can lead to even more contentious child custody battles. It’s not uncommon for one (or both) spouses to accuse the other of being an unfit parent – and potentially even unsafe for their child to be around. Courts take these allegations seriously....
Domestic abuse is real, and while some may suggest you can just pack and leave an abusive spouse, it is not always that simple. The stakes are even higher when children or shared assets are involved. Here are some tips for staying safe if you're facing an abusive...
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