Category Archives: Divorce
Divorcing when Your Spouse is Impossible to Talk To
According to one survey, poor communication was the leading cause of divorce. Some spouses shut themselves off from their mate, while others go in the opposite direction—communicating too much drama and overt hostility. Neither spouse is easy to live with—or divorce. If your spouse didn’t communicate well during the marriage, then he or she… Read More »
How to Put Your Children First when Divorcing
Many parents realize that their divorce will upend their children’s lives, and they want to make things go as smoothly as possible. However, few parents know instinctively how to go about this, so they look for helpful advice. At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, we understand that a divorce involves more than filing the… Read More »
Do Business Executives Have Special Needs in Divorce?
Although all Pennsylvania couples divorce according to state law, this law impacts them differently. Business executives, for example, tend to have a higher net worth than other individuals, and they also might own a share of the business. These factors can complicate a divorce, and executives would benefit from a lawyer familiar with these… Read More »
Can You Keep a Relationship with Your In-Laws after Divorce?
Some people really do marry their spouse’s families. Although you may no longer be able to stay married to someone’s son or daughter, that doesn’t necessarily mean you are willing to let go of your relationship with your in-laws, at least not entirely. Below, our Media divorce lawyer offers tips for how to keep… Read More »
Divorce Considerations for Doctors
Divorce court is public, which surprises many people. Anyone can come in off the street and sit in on your divorce trial. They can also gain access to your court transcripts or other materials filed as part of your divorce simply by going to the court clerk and requesting to see your file. Doctors… Read More »
How to Divorce without Breaking the Bank
Nothing is free in life, and this is also true of divorce. Unfortunately, many couples have heard nightmare stories of men and women forced into bankruptcy in order to dissolve their marriages. Does this fate await you? The answer is a resounding “No,” but that doesn’t mean that getting divorced cheaply is easy. Below,… Read More »
Mental Health & Pennsylvania Child Custody Disputes
Few issues are as sensitive as mental health. Millions of Americans struggle with depression, anxiety, or another mental health disorder, and as a society we do not do a good job of encouraging those struggling to seek professional help. Mental health issues can definitely come up in Pennsylvania divorce, particularly with respect to child… Read More »
What is a Deposition in a Pennsylvania Divorce, and Should I Be Afraid of One?
Many clients express fears about their divorce, which is not surprising. There is a tremendous amount of inaccurate information on the Internet. Unfortunately, some people who have gone through a rough divorce post blogs about their experience, which creates the expectation that all divorces will be as catastrophic as the author’s. One concern our… Read More »
5 Common Mistakes People Make when Divorcing without a Lawyer
This is a DIY culture, and many people try to handle their own legal affairs, whether that involves drafting a will using a computer program or handling their own DUI case as it winds its way through the courts. Some people do okay by themselves if they have a simple legal issue, though others… Read More »
Co-Parenting During the Holidays
With the arrival of autumn, the holiday season in the U.S. is about to start. Going through the holidays while divorced will certainly be a shock to many parents, but it is one that they can plan for. When divorced couples have children, it is vital that they co-parent effective year-round, and this includes… Read More »