Once the Pennsylvania family courts approve a custody order, they generally expect parents to follow it. However, sometimes a review and update of a custody order are necessary. When major family changes occur, it may be necessary to update the custody order to better...
When parents share custody of their children, they often focus on arrangements for sharing time with the children. Those who negotiate a workable and thorough schedule will have an easier time adjusting to their new arrangements. Inevitably, those co-parenting in...
When a marriage is over, it can impact multiple areas of a person’s life. If you are facing this process, you know that the implications could impact everything from where you live to how often you see your children. This is particularly true if you are older and...
Getting married is usually one of the happiest moments in a person’s life. Often, the couple goes on to live together for many years and achieve their joint goals. Sadly, a significant number of marriages don’t turn out that way and the reasons behind divorce can...
Significant wealth can be a blessing or a burden. While it can make for a comfortable married life, it can also become a complex challenge in a high-asset divorce when emotional disputes come into the mix. As divorcing couples in Pennsylvania deal with equitably...
When divorce becomes a reality, the financial aspects of life often become the most pressing concern that ex-spouses must face. It is a time when financial stability hangs in the balance, and decisions made during this period can have a long-lasting impact. One such...
When parents divorce, one of the most important decisions is child custody. Child custody determines what rights and obligations parents have for the care of their children. Some of the decisions may include where children will live, their medical needs, education...
Divorce can happen for many reasons. Some people seek divorce because their spouse cheated on them. Others have sought divorce because of drug and alcohol addictions. Parents may seek divorce because of conflicting parenting styles. It’s common for many marriages to...
Ending a marriage is not a decision to take lightly, and you know how this choice will impact you for years to come. You also understand that your divorce will affect your kids, and like most Pennsylvania parents facing this difficult process, you will want to take...
With several factors to consider, it may take a couple of months before a court issues a child custody order. However, urgent situations may warrant an expedited, although temporary, custody order to protect the child’s health and well-being. The most common of these...