In a divorce, almost all marital assets are evaluated, valued and divided between spouses by a judge. For example, a house may be sold and the assets are evenly distributed. Or, this could mean that a house stays with one spouse in exchange for the other spouse...
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What are some expectations I should have before my divorce?
Divorce will completely shake up your stable, predictable life. Your daily schedule, your finances and your family itself will all have to change when you end your marriage. Many people put off filing for divorce in Pennsylvania in part because they don't know what to...
Should you change your last name after your divorce?
After a divorce, sometimes people are eager to scrap everything that reminds them of their marriage. Women may opt to go back to using their maiden name, so they take legal steps to change it. You may want to think about a few pertinent issues prior to making your...
3 parental kidnapping red flags to watch out for
Parental kidnapping is a serious offense and one that many parents worry will affect them and their children. It happens when a child is taken by one parent who withholds custody and visitation from the other without a court order. They might hide the child, continue...
Can your co-parent take away your child’s electronics?
You have a job that requires you to travel extensively, so you accepted a custody plan that left your child mostly in your ex-spouse’s care. You do much of your regular visitation via electronic means – like video calls, chat apps, phone calls and text messages. The...
Talking to your fiance about a prenup without causing a fight
Prenuptial agreements are more common now than ever. People from many backgrounds, including professional and working-class adults, now see the value in agreeing to certain terms prior to a wedding. You may worry that your fiance will misinterpret your desire to talk...
Why do people try to lie about their property in a divorce?
With the exception of those who have thorough prenuptial agreements, every divorcing couple in Pennsylvania will need to divide their property at the end of their marriage. Some people resent their ex so much that they lie during property division and hide assets....
When is it time to request a parenting plan modification?
After divorce or separation, it’s often difficult for parents to get into a routine when it comes to their children. While both parents want what is best for the child, it may not always be possible to agree on what that means. As you and your family learn to...
3 benefits of adopting your stepchild
Marrying someone who already has a child means that your family grows by more than one person instantly. You will need to consider your stepchild when planning date nights, scheduling your next vacation and budgeting your household finances. You probably already had a...
3 reasons couples settle property division matters out of court
Many couples will go to great lengths to try to avoid litigation when they divorce. Collaborative divorce may help these couples settle their property division issues outside of court. What are some of the reasons that many people prefer to reach an out-of-court...
