When going through a divorce, it is sometimes hard to keep your eyes on the bigger picture. It is easy to sink into arguments and pettiness. Unfortunately, this does not benefit your child in the least. Instead, you should focus your energy on cooperating with your...
While many traditional divorces can bring up thoughts of conflict and disagreements, collaborative divorces tend to focus on the opposite. This kind of divorce relies on communication and cooperation, which can help you from feeling stressed during this tough time....
There are many advantages involved with collaborative divorce. As with most areas of the law, trying to negotiate a divorce settlement is almost always preferable to litigating terms. Collaboration is less expensive and it often goes much faster. However, there are...
Pennsylvania parents like you want what is best for your child, even in the midst of divorce. Deciding to split when you have a child is a difficult decision to make. No matter what, chances are you want to make it as easy as possible. Fortunately, there are ways to...
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...
