When wealthy Pennsylvania couples decide to end their marriage, one of the most difficult issues they face is dividing their assets. Pennsylvania is what is known as an “equitable distribution” state. The judge is given the power to decide the most equitable basis for...
Getting a divorce is difficult in the United States as well as in Pennsylvania. The divorce process can be complicated. With child custody, it is important that you become educated about the relevant, essential facts and also make sure that you can distinguish between...
The movies and television shows about domestic violence victims usually end when the abuse victim finally leaves. There may be some dramatic “final battle,” but the story usually ends when the victim leaves. Does this mean that leaving stops domestic abuse? Leaving...
Divorce is expensive. Although the divorce rate has decreased in the United States, the median price tag is still $7,000 and the average cost $15-$20,000, not including more money if the divorce is contested or high asset, which can go for months or years. For...
Premarital agreements can be useful tools for couples with a high-net worth. The agreements sometimes evoke a negative response, creating the perception that they only exist to protect the assets of one spouse from being taken by the other. Meanwhile, the other half...
For those interested in divorce and child custody issues, you have likely heard the term “parental alienation.” The term is used to describe how a parent can manipulate their child into having negative feelings for the other parent, or even cut that parent off...
In Pennsylvania divorce cases, property division can be a topic for dispute. This is especially true in high-asset divorce cases. If the couple was fortunate enough to have accrued significant assets through the building of a business, having been from a wealthy...
Sometimes, the road to getting a child custody order in place can be a bit rocky. Yes, most parents want what is best for their children, but when those parents are going through a legal dispute, it can be hard to agree on what, exactly, the “best” really is. Strong,...
Many people think about the significant responsibilities they will have once they have children, but we often don’t think about parental “rights” until those rights are threatened in some way. If you are facing a legal issue that involves the basics of parental...
Your children are your pride and joy. You celebrate every milestone, every achievement and every birthday with them. So, if you divorce you are likely very concerned about how much time you will spend with your child. In such situations, it is important to have a...
