Divorce in Pennsylvania

Sep 24, 2020

Pitfalls of an Economy Divorce (Part 1)

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A divorce affects every aspect of your life as well as the lives of your children. The internet is inundated with legal firms promising a …

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Aug 20, 2020

How to Calculate Alimony in Pennsylvania

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What is the Purpose of Alimony? First, let’s define alimony. Alimony is a post-divorce payment that one divorced spouse makes to the other. It is …

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Jun 23, 2020

Divorce After 50: Special Considerations

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What are the issues unique to couples over the age of 50? When couples 50+ seek a divorce, it’s very likely a long-term marriage of …

Apr 28, 2020

Infidelity – How it fits into PA divorce law

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The 1980 revision to the Pennsylvania Divorce Code established the ‘no-fault’ divorce. Before that, one spouse had to accuse the other spouse of a behavior …

Feb 13, 2020

Different Kinds of Divorce. Different Kinds of Divorce Attorneys. Which is Right?

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Many people, when they realize something has to give, find themselves in uncharted waters. Negotiating the unknown while hurt or angry can be daunting. When …

Nov 27, 2017

Breaking Up the Mortgage after the Marriage Breaks Up

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Divorces are tough. They are tough emotionally. They are tough legally. They are tough financially. One of the many issues to face is what to …

Oct 30, 2017

Flying Blind: Why a DIY Divorce Can Cost You Money, Time and Conflict

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As if contemplating divorce isn’t scary enough, how you handle the legal issues is crucial to how well you recover. In the DIY scenario, you …

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Jan 18, 2017

New Law in PA Shortens Divorce Waiting Period

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One Year Waiting Period Saves Time, Stress, Money, Better for Children Act 102, amendment to the Domestic Relations Code, is a positive change to Pennsylvania …