Most Pennsylvania family law attorneys will advise their clients to sign a well-drafted prenuptial agreement. The reason for such advice is the sad statistic that nearly 50% of all Pennsylvania marriages end in divorce, and a properly drafted prenuptial agreement can...
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A postnuptial agreement may protect your assets
No one plans to get divorced, but many engaged couples enter a prenuptial agreement to set forth the division of property if this occurs. Married couples can also enter similar agreements, especially if their financial situation changes. Postnuptial agreement Couples...
The benefits of mediation in a high asset divorce in Pennsylvania
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...
Understanding the most basic concepts about child custody
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,...
The basics of “parental rights” and “parental responsibilities”
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...
Types of child custody in Pennsylvania
When parents are going through a divorce in the State College area it is often a challenging time for both the parents and their children. There are many legal issues that need to be resolved and one of the more contentious issues is child custody. Parents often have...
Finding hidden assets during a divorce
The division of a couple’s property during a Pennsylvania divorce can be contentious, no matter how much money or assets the individuals share. For some, dividing up vehicles, homes, accounts, and other items of property can be painful and can inspire some to engage...