Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Study Reveals Shocking Stats About Hidden Assets During Divorce
According to a recent study coming out of the UK, one in four people admitted to hiding assets when going through the divorce process. During divorce, each side is required to provide full disclosure regarding their income, property, and assets. Any attempt to hide these assets can result in the courts handing down severe… Read More »
What Is An Uncontested Divorce In Pennsylvania?
When many people first think of divorce, they often think of a bitter courtroom battle. Fortunately, this does not have to be the case and in fact, most divorce cases are settled outside of the courtroom. If a couple can agree to most of the terms of a divorce, they can get an uncontested… Read More »
Can You Change Your Mind After Divorce?
While it is quite rare, some people decide to reconcile during divorce proceedings, or after their case is finalized. Sometimes, people started the divorce process when they were simply going through a difficult, but temporary, time. In other cases, people may find that living without their spouse is much harder than it was facing… Read More »
Important Considerations If Thinking About Divorce
Divorce is a complicated process that involves emotional, financial, legal, and social implications. It is not a decision that should be taken lightly. If you have been thinking about ending your marriage, the decision has likely been weighing heavily on you. Below, our Media divorce lawyer outlines some important considerations if you are thinking… Read More »
Do Children Have A Preference In Child Custody Proceedings?
As a parent, you love your child unconditionally. If you are ending your marriage with the child’s other parent, you likely want to spend as much time as possible with your child. Your spouse, however, also likely wishes the same. If you and your spouse cannot agree on child custody issues, you will have… Read More »
The Do’s And Do Not’s Of Child Visitation
Pennsylvania recognizes different types of child visitation, mainly supervised and unsupervised, with the latter being the most common. Visitation refers to the right of the non-custodial parent to spend time with the child. Family law judges make decisions regarding child visitation based on what is in the best interests of the child. The purpose… Read More »
How To Find The Right Family Law Attorney For Your Case
Whether you are going through a divorce or separation, or you need to enforce an existing child custody order, you need legal advice. It is always advised that you work with a family law attorney to ensure that your rights are protected. However, not all lawyers are created equally. Below are some tips that… Read More »
What Are Parent Education Programs?
Divorce is a complicated and emotionally charged experience. Clearly this is true for the couple ending their marriage, but it is also true for the children they share. In fact, it is often said that divorce is hardest on the children. Pennsylvania law recognizes this and in some cases, parent education courses are required…. Read More »
Is January Really Divorce Month?
Married couples can choose to get a divorce at any time, but it has been shown that certain months are more common than others. In fact, January has been dubbed as ‘divorce month’ by many publications and studies. However, this is not entirely true. While January does see a spike in divorce cases, so… Read More »
What Types Of Witnesses Are Used In Family Law Cases?
Family law matters such as divorce, alimony, and child custody are legally complex issues, and they are also very emotionally charged. While many of these matters are settled outside of court, there are times when the parties involved must appear in front of a judge who will make the final decision. In these cases,… Read More »
