In most cases, divorce is a heartbreaking experience on some level. Most people get married expecting it to last forever. When this dream ends, it is often very emotional. Because of this, talking about the expenses associated with the divorce process can seem very...
A typical divorce in Pennsylvania can look very different today from those that occurred 20 years ago. A long, bitter court battle that eats up savings accounts and 401(k)s is no longer the norm. If divorce is on your horizon, you might be able to avoid the courtroom...
In general, the same rules apply to adopted children and biological children during divorce. This is typically true if you adopted your spouse's biological children, if you went through the process together while married or even if you have a more complicated...
Under the Pennsylvania Collaborative Law Act, you may dissolve your marriage without the traditional divorce court procedure. Enacted in 2018, couples have since found that the law’s provisions for discussing issues on their own with their legal representatives can...
You and your spouse may be more than ready to end your Pennsylvania marriage after all the months of conflict. But, the thought of a long, drawn-out courtroom battle may have you feeling exhausted and discouraged before you even begin the paperwork. High-conflict...
There are many reasons why you might want to consider a collaborative divorce in Pennsylvania. The best reason, though, might be because it is better for your children. It is common knowledge that divorce is tough on kids. They are in the middle of things. It is a...
Pennsylvania couples going through a divorce may be pleasantly surprised at the choices they have. No longer do divorces occur only in the courtroom where spouses battle for every decision and sometimes walk away enemies. One of the more popular options is a...
Pennsylvania and other states are amenable to alternative dispute resolutions in court cases, including in the family law arena. A collaborative divorce is often most desired by those who have young children because it is based on the parties working together to...
Avoiding a protracted and contentious court battle is the goal of many couples heading for divorce. Rather than having a winner and a loser, the couples work to resolve and negotiate to arrive at the best possible outcome for all involved. Understandably, this is not...
More often, couples who are considering divorce want the matter to be over as peacefully and painlessly as possible. Some may even attempt the process without the assistance of an attorney because they fear involving attorneys will necessarily turn their divorce into...
