Last year, I wrote an article about how Covid-19 impacted family law. Specifically, I addressed how it affected (and continues to affect) custody. It’s been almost two years since we first heard the word Covid-19, and it continues to impact every aspect of our lives...
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What are the grounds for divorce in Pennsylvania?
Filing for divorce is a major decision in a person’s life and there are a lot of factors to consider before doing so. Do you have the money to hire an attorney? How will you take care of the children? Will you get to stay in your home? On what grounds should you file...
Can Pennsylvania courts require counseling in divorce cases?
When going through a divorce, many couples do choose to go to counseling first. Some of them are trying to see if they can save the marriage before ending it. Others may just want to learn more about where they stand before breaking up. But can the court order you to...
What happens to the family home during a divorce?
Making decisions about a family home is one of the hardest choices you will make during your divorce. Not only is it a financial issue, but it is also a sentimental one. The home you and your former spouse worked so hard to acquire will now be split between you. As...
3 issues to consider for divorce after 50
When you divorce after the age of 50, you may have to make considerations that would not be an issue for a younger couple. It is not a matter of divorce being easier or harder for couples who are older or younger. It merely means that the difficulties you face when...
How secure is your future after a later-in-life divorce?
If you are a woman going through a later-in-life divorce, you face some financial concerns unique to your age group. These days, divorce after the age of 50 is not uncommon, but it is important to ensure security for your financial future. Longer life Women usually...
How can apps help you with co-parenting?
After a divorce, communication with your ex might be messy at best. If the two of you share kids, the situation becomes even more complicated. Fortunately, there are ways that you and your former spouse can co-parent without being physically together. According to USA...
How to Prepare for a Divorce Consultation
Be prepared to provide a short biography of yourself, your spouse, and your children, if any. This is the easy part, as you’ll be asked information that you know by heart, such as names, dates of birth, address, date of marriage, education, and work history, including...
When is it time to seek child custody modification?
Whether a judge awarded sole or joint physical custody of a minor child, the decision is not set in stone. Child custody arrangements are made based on several factors, including the stability, mental health, physical wellness and caretaking abilities of both parents,...
3 consequences of hiding assets during divorce
If you are planning to end your marriage, you want to receive a fair share of the marital estate to help you start the next chapter of your life. While Pennsylvania law entitles you to equitable distribution, your soon-to-be ex-spouse may try to gain an unfair...