Many issues in a separation can have middle grounds that allow for negotiation and cooperation. When it comes to relocating with a child, there often is not much room for negotiation. Child relocation is when a custodial parent moves out of Pennsylvania or to another...
Some parents who split up are able to work out a reasonable parenting plan that functions well for years in the future and which the court readily approves. Others rely on a judge’s order, which often does not consider the many unique needs of a family. However, even...
While there may be many reasons to live in fear these days, one cause of fear should not be the violent tendencies of a member of one’s own household. Unfortunately, many in Pennsylvania live in fear that a spouse, partner or other member of the household or family...
Whether one accumulates assets before or during a marriage, protecting those assets during a divorce often becomes a high priority. While assets such as money may be relatively easy to divide during a divorce, other assets, like real estate, are much more complex and...
As much as family law courts want to provide children with a balanced amount of time between parents after they separate, it is not always possible. Whether because of work schedules, proximity, living situations or other factors, it is common for one Pennsylvania...
Many Pennsylvania parents trust in a family law judge to arrive at a fair child custody plan when they are divorcing or separating. Others find they can arrive at a more creative and individualized arrangement if they work it out together. No matter which method...
At the start of a new year, it is not unusual for unhappy spouses to decide on a fresh start and file for divorce. If your spouse has announced his or her intention to take this step, you can assume he or she has already been thinking about it and perhaps making...
Raising a child without a spouse or partner can be difficult for several reasons. One of the most tangible challenges is affording the things the child needs on a daily basis and for the long term. Fortunately, a solid divorce order or settlement will include child...
Emotions are often high during a divorce. Many in Pennsylvania find themselves on the defense when an angry, embittered spouse seeks revenge for the breakup. In many cases, these acts of revenge get sorted out by the courts or law enforcement, but this is not always...
While divorce is certainly an emotional ordeal, it is also entangled with a couple’s finances. Even spouses who are financially comfortable may find themselves struggling in the months and years after a divorce if they do not plan and prepare before and during the...
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