High-net-worth spouses face not only the emotional weight of separation but also the complexity of dividing assets. What might be a straightforward process for some couples can quickly become a drawn-out legal battle when substantial property and financial stakes are...
A protection from abuse (PFA) order is a legal tool that offers protection to individuals experiencing violence, harassment or threats in a family or intimate relationship. This court order works by placing restrictions on the abusive person. It may require them to...
The start of a new school year is more than just a time for kids to get new teachers and fresh supplies—it also offers co-parents an opportunity to reset their approach to working together. Much like the beginning of the calendar year inspires resolutions, the school...
When trust breaks down in a marriage, financial transparency often goes with it. If you suspect your spouse is hiding assets to gain an unfair advantage in your divorce, you’re not powerless. Courts take asset concealment seriously. With the right approach, you can...
The terms of a custody order dictate how much time parents have with their children. Custody orders also describe how parents should share decision-making power. Most of the time, parents can follow the custody order as established with few major challenges. However,...
Contempt of court consequences may be imposed by a judge in family law cases when one party willfully disobeys a court order. Common examples of reasons that someone might be held in contempt of court include failing to pay court-ordered child support or spousal...
At the beginning of the year, there was a lot of hype about January being named “divorce month.” According to several articles, there is an uptick in online searches and calls to divorce attorneys right after the holidays. However, it seems that early spring and late...
Living with a person who has narcissistic tendencies is usually a journey of walking on eggshells. The challenges that come with this don’t end if you choose to walk away from them. Instead, you’re likely going to face an uphill battle that’s challenging. A person...
Many people aspire to file amicable divorces. People only need to look at how celebrities announce the end of their marriages to see what people view as the ideal situation. Most people prefer to settle things privately if possible and move on from their marriages as...
Living in the same house with an abusive person can feel frightening and isolating. It is even more challenging when you are a teen. It might seem like no one would take you seriously. However, the law in Pennsylvania acknowledges that minors can be protected, even if...