January 10, 2025

The Emotional and Legal Aspects of Filing for Divorce: What to Expect

Divorce is a major life event that can bring a whirlwind of emotions and legal challenges. Whether you’ve been thinking about it for a while or it’s a sudden decision, understanding both the emotional and legal aspects of divorce is key to managing the process with clarity and confidence. The Emotional Rollercoaster 1. Shock and […]

January 6, 2025

Navigating Divorce: Turning Endings Into New Beginnings

Divorce is one of life’s most challenging transitions. It signifies the end of a relationship, and for many, it can bring feelings of grief, loss, and uncertainty. Yet, amid the emotional turmoil, divorce also offers a powerful opportunity for personal growth and renewal. The Emotional Rollercoaster Divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a deeply emotional […]

January 2, 2025

Co-Parenting Tips After Divorce: Building a Positive Future for Your Kids

Going through a divorce is challenging, especially when children are involved. While it might feel like the hardest part is behind you, the next chapter—co-parenting—can be equally tricky. The goal of co-parenting is to create a supportive, loving environment where your children can thrive, despite the changes. Here are some essential co-parenting tips to help […]

December 9, 2024

Can Custody Agreements Be Changed After Divorce?

Custody agreements are often a crucial part of the divorce process, designed to reflect the best interests of the children involved. But what happens when circumstances change after the divorce is finalized? The good news is that custody agreements are not set in stone. Courts recognize that life evolves, and they allow for modifications when […]

December 2, 2024

What to Expect in a Divorce Trial: A Step-by-Step Guide

Going through a divorce is never easy, and if your case is headed for trial, it can feel overwhelming. However, understanding the process can help reduce some of the anxiety. Here’s a step-by-step guide to what you can expect during a divorce trial. 1. Pre-Trial PreparationBefore your divorce trial begins, both sides will gather evidence, […]

October 28, 2024

Key Estate Planning Issues Divorce Attorneys Often Miss

1. Updating Beneficiary Designations Divorce attorneys play a crucial role in guiding clients through the dissolution of marriage, focusing on dividing assets, alimony, custody, and more. However, while handling the many legal and financial challenges in a divorce, attorneys may miss or overlook critical estate planning concerns that could significantly impact clients’ futures. Effective estate […]

March 1, 2024

5 MORE Tips to Choosing Your Divorce Lawyer

Continuing Our Series on Navigating the Divorce Maze ICYMI: We reviewed tips 1-5 here. We recommend reading those tips first. 6. Experience and Expertise  Divorce cases can vary widely in complexity, so it’s crucial to choose a divorce lawyer with relevant experience in handling cases like yours. Inquire about their track record and success rate […]

February 13, 2024

Navigating the Divorce Maze: 5 Tips to Choosing YOUR Divorce Lawyer

Choosing the right divorce lawyer is a decision that can significantly impact the outcome of your divorce proceedings, and even your mental health. At a time when emotions are often (and understandably) running high, you’re also thrust into the complexities of a legal process.   You need a guide, an ally, a true partner – someone […]

April 9, 2020

CCES Process in Bucks County and what to Expect

CCES Process in Bucks County and What to Expect Have you recently been ordered or agreed to participate in the CCES program? The process can be extensive and confusing for most. You may be thinking to yourself, what is it that I need to know, how much does it cost and what happens  after CCES. […]

March 26, 2020

Taxes And Divorce

With the tax deadline quickly approaching there are many things that need to be considered when going through a divorce. Taxes are complicated and can add issues to a divorce where there may not even be many issues. Many issues can arise out of filing taxes during or after your divorce.   One example of […]

March 25, 2020

What To Expect With The Closure of Courthouses

COVID-19 has impacted everyone’s lives in more ways than we could have imagined. The virus is incredibly contagious and being in the same room can expose you to catching it. In order to contain the virus and flatten the curve of patients overwhelming our health care system schools, churches, retail stores, and many crowded areas, […]

February 24, 2020

What To Consider Before Filing For Divorce

When faced with a life changing event like a divorce, it is important to take into consideration the possible outcomes and factors at play. It is vital that you look at what to consider before you consider filing divorce. These four questions will help you make the decision on whether you are prepared to file […]

February 17, 2020

Steps To Take After Your Divorce

When your divorce is finalized it can feel like the end of a tedious process. However, while your marriage is officially ended your duties to the divorce may not be. Whether you have a settlement agreement, or it is ordered by a court there may be steps after the finalization that you are required to […]

February 12, 2020

What Not To Do After Divorce

Getting your divorce decree can feel like you’ve had a massive weight lifted off your shoulders. You may feel a certain sense of freedom now that the long and drawn out process is finally over. However, when your divorce is finalized there are still things that can get you into trouble, especially if children are […]

February 10, 2020

Changes In Alimony Tax Law

Starting in the 2019 tax year there are changes in alimony tax law. Alimony payments are no longer tax deductible. They are also no longer reported as income by the recipient. The reason this is now like this is because the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that was signed into law in 2017 eliminated the […]

February 4, 2020

What To Expect In A Final Divorce Trial

When it comes to your divorce, walking into the court room may be the most intimidating part of the whole procedure, for someone who has never been there before. The fear of the unexpected in a final divorce trial can keep people up at night. Being prepared can help your case go a lot smoother […]

Protection From Abuse Order

Family violence is a very serious issue that happens usually behind closed doors. These victims often feel terrified, helpless, and alone with no way out. However, there is a lifeline and help can be found. The courts can provide protection through the law when needed. A protection from abuse order can help victims of family […]

February 3, 2020

How People Can Hide Money in a Divorce

In today’s day and age hiding money and valuable assets away can be very difficult but not completely impossible. There are many ways people can try and hide money from their significant other. When facing a divorce equitable distribution can be an over whelming thought. When it comes to monitoring assets, its important to keep […]

July 17, 2017

10 factors that affect child custody relocation in Pennsylvania

For whatever reason there are times in life when one needs to move or relocate to either another county or even a different state, at that moment one must take a look at the 10 factors that affect child custody relocation in Pennsylvania. When dealing with divorce and child custody issues things can become even […]

February 9, 2017

A tale of a Two-Year Separation Case in Pennsylvania

After a full day trial over a dispute as to the date of separation court sides with…..(see below) BRIEF NARRATIVE OF THE CASE Wife and Husband were married in the early nineties and had one child from this marriage. Due to irreconcilable differences, Wife filed for Divorce. It is Wife’s assertion that Husband is alleging a […]