Property Division

Spouses thinking about divorce typically have a lot of questions about the process ahead. They aren't sure about their rights or obligations. They may worry about the cost involved and the impact of dividing their assets. People want to retain their most valuable...

If infidelity played a part in the breakdown of your marriage, you might wonder if it will affect how you will divide marital assets. Will the court hold them accountable for what happened? Here is what you need to know. Pennsylvania divorce courts do not ‘punish’ a...

Rebuilding after a divorce takes time. People have to cover the cost of the divorce itself, heal from the trauma of a failed marriage and begin rebuilding their personal wealth after dividing their property. Preserving as much as possible of the marital estate is a...

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...

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...

Getting divorced means that it is time for you and your partner to split up your assets. Generally, you need to divide marital assets that you acquired during the relationship, but you each get to keep separate assets that you owned before that relationship. In some...

The legal principle known as "equitable distribution" refers to a fair allocation of assets and property accumulated during a marriage. Because Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, a judge employs this standard when determining how to divide assets in a...