Recent Blog Posts
Four Tips For Managing Separate Property
Even couples that are not considering divorce should consider how they want to protect their separate property in the event that their marriage does come to an end. No one gets married expecting it to end in divorce and due to this, too many people leave important property, such as a business, vulnerable to… Read More »
Four Issues To Consider During A Gray Divorce
Gray divorces, or those that occur after a couple is over the age of 50, have been on the rise in recent years. It is natural to think that these divorce cases proceed just like any other, but that is not necessarily the case. Truthfully, the longer a couple has been married, the more… Read More »
What To Expect During Divorce Mediation
Many people think that when they are about to get a divorce, it is going to involve a long legal battle inside the courtroom. It is true that divorce is a legal process, but more cases settle outside of court than those that go to trial. Mediation is one tool that helps couples resolve… Read More »
Want To Move Out Of The Family Home? Here Are Some Considerations First
Divorce is difficult for everyone and sometimes when faced with the reality, people just want to remove themselves from the situation. Often, this means leaving the family home. It is important to know that leaving the marital home is an emotional decision, and it can also hurt your divorce case. Below, our Media divorce… Read More »
Divorced Parents & A Child’s Extracurricular Activities: Who Pays?
Long gone are the days where children could entertain themselves for hours out in the street with a $2 ball. Today, many children are deeply involved with after-school activities, including sports, music, theater, and dance. Some of these activities can be incredibly expensive. Not only do children need to buy uniforms and practice equipment,… Read More »
Parental Disputes Over Vaccinations
The ongoing COVID pandemic has brought disputes around childhood vaccination to the fore once again. Many separated parents will be on the same page when it comes to vaccinating their children, but what happens if they aren’t? Under Pennsylvania law, legal custody includes the ability to make medical decisions for a child. If one… Read More »
Getting A Protection From Abuse Order When You Have Children
Protection orders are a lifeline for those suffering from domestic violence. These orders can instruct your violent spouse to stay away from you and your family and turn over any firearms they possess or own. But what happens if you have children together? Many people stay in abusive marriages solely for the children, typically… Read More »
Seven Dos And Do Not’s Of Divorce Litigation
The vast majority of divorces in Delaware County settle outside of the courtroom, but some do have to go through litigation. During litigation, a family law judge will listen to both parties and make decisions on all terms of the divorce, such as division of property. There is a lot on the line when… Read More »
Pennsylvania Divorce Interrogatories
Many divorces have a discovery phase which is very helpful for uncovering information about your spouse. In our experience, some spouses hide investment accounts or even income. Others will conveniently “forget” about trust funds or savings accounts held in a different state. You can’t request a share of accounts that you don’t know exist,… Read More »
Serving Your Divorce Papers On Your Spouse
Any time a person is sued in court, they need notice of the lawsuit, which essentially means they need a copy of your petition and some other papers (like a notice to appear). Divorce is no different than a personal injury case. Your spouse must have notice of your divorce so he or she… Read More »
