When couples vow “for better or worse,” most do so with sincere intentions of navigating life’s challenges together. Many spouses are willing to weather storms, seek counseling and do the inner work required to keep their union strong. Yet, despite this commitment,...
Going through a divorce when you have children isn’t easy. You may have been looking forward to the day when you didn’t have to deal with your ex any longer, but that day isn’t likely going to occur soon. You and your ex have to find a way to work through the...
The divorce discovery process becomes particularly crucial in high-asset divorces, where substantial wealth and complex financial holdings require thorough investigation. This legal procedure enables both parties to exchange comprehensive information about finances,...
Post-divorce finances are often more challenging than many expect, especially as life circumstances change. Alimony, or spousal support, is designed to help individuals maintain financial stability after a divorce. However, what worked during the initial agreement...
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...
While divorce rates, on the whole, have declined in recent decades, many marriages still don’t work out. There are several reasons for this, but money is often at the center of marital issues. Arguments over money can cause long-term issues between a couple. Here are...
There are three classes of property when it comes to divorce in Pennsylvania: separate property, marital property and commingled assets. Separate property consists of what you owned before the marriage and is not subject to division during divorce. Only marital...
In Pennsylvania, child custody orders are typically determined by the court with the child’s best interests in mind. As circumstances change for the parents and the child, custody agreements may be modified to help ensure that the child is continuing to have the best...
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...
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...