July 9, 2025

Summer Custody Tips for Divorced Parents

For divorced or separated parents, summer can introduce unique custody challenges that differ from the typical school-year routine. Vacations, summer camps, and shifting work schedules often require proactive planning and clear communication to ensure children have a smooth, stable, and enjoyable summer. Whether your custody agreement outlines specific summer provisions or you’re navigating logistics on […]

June 16, 2025

Legal Ownership of Pets After Separation

For many families, pets are more than animals—they’re companions, sources of comfort, and integral members of the household. So when a couple separates or divorces, determining who will keep the family pet can quickly become one of the most emotional aspects of the process. Yet despite their importance, pets are not always given the legal […]

May 6, 2025

Divorce vs Annulment: Key Differences

When a marriage ends, the legal process to dissolve it can take one of two primary forms: divorce or annulment. Though both result in the end of a marital relationship, they are fundamentally different in their legal definitions, processes, and implications. Understanding these distinctions is essential when determining the best course of action for your […]

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 13, 2024

Navigating Child Custody During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time for joy and togetherness, but for co-parents managing child custody, it can also bring unique challenges. Coordinating schedules, managing emotions, and ensuring your child feels loved and supported may seem overwhelming. Here are practical tips to help you navigate child custody during the holidays while keeping the focus on […]

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 10, 2024

What to do After you’re served with a (PFA) Protection from Abuse Order.

When served with a Protection From Abuse (PFA) order in Pennsylvania, it’s crucial to take it seriously and follow these steps: 1. **Review the Order**: Read the PFA order thoroughly to understand the details, restrictions, and requirements imposed by the court. 2. **Comply with the Order**: Abide by all conditions outlined in the PFA order, […]

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 […]

February 9, 2016

The Divorce Spectrum

Not all divorces are “created equally.” In fact, psychologists and legal professionals have crafted a divorce spectrum that illustrates the different types of divorces. The divorce spectrum focuses on factors that include the complexity of a particular case, the emotional state of the parties as well as the actual state of the relationship between spouses […]

December 24, 2015

Uncontested Divorce Overview

Divorce can be nasty business. Many divorce cases become hotly contested and highly emotional. However, there are instances in which an uncontested divorce is possible, and the spouses are able to settle the primary issues involved in ending the marriage without the need for protracted courtroom litigation. There are some essential facts a person needs […]

Three Things a Prenup Cannot Accomplish

Prenup agreements garner a good deal of attention in the media as well as in films and on television. A great deal of the information floating about regarding prenuptial agreements is factually and legally incorrect. A good deal of confusion stems from what a prenup can and cannot do when it comes to the provisions […]

Prenuptial Agreement Benefits

A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two individuals who intend to marry. A prenup is designed to clarify financial issues in the event that the marriage fails. There a number of primary prenuptial agreement benefits. Protect Rights in a Divorce One of the prenuptial agreement benefits is that the contract protects the rights of […]

December 23, 2015

Informative Divorce Statistics

Although divorce statistics do not necessarily impact a particular divorce case, they are informative and sometimes even instructive. There are some divorce statistics that can aid in putting a particular marriage dissolution case into perspective. Divorce Rates by Number of Marriages Statistically, a divorce is more likely the more often a person weds. The divorce […]

December 13, 2015

Tips to Make a Divorce Case Easier

No matter the best intentions of spouses seeking to end a marriage, a divorce case is not only a legally buy also an emotionally challenging process. There are some strategies that a couple can employ in an effort to lower the tensions and make a divorce case at least somewhat easier to navigate. Hire a […]