Child Custody It is Pennsylvania public policy, when in the best interest of the child, to assure a reasonable and continuing contact of the child(ren) with both parents after a separation or dissolution of marriage and the sharing of the rights and responsibilities of child rearing by both parents and continuing contact of the child(ren)…
During divorce, a couple may have to make decisions regarding retirement accounts and how to divide them. Qualified domestic relations orders deal with these accounts and can help the parties avoid unnecessary taxes or penalties. To learn more about QDROs, see here. Family Law Corp. – Family Law, Divorce and Custody on Main Line, Philadelphia,…
Child custody cases can be some of the most difficult and emotionally-ridden family law cases. By preparing well before the child custody hearing, a party is more likely to be prepared for the possible outcome and more likely to prevail than if he or she is completely unprepared. To learn more, read here. <title>…
These agreements are not just for the rich and famous, experts say. Pre- and postnuptial agreements are sometimes seen as a troubling sign of distrust in what should be a loving relationship. But advocates say they can be essential for protecting investments, especially if one partner has children from a previous relationship, even if the…
What is collaborative divorce? It Is when the couple works together with their individual attorneys to come to a resolution in a positive and results oriented way. Individuals can agree to all details, come to a resolution, and never step foot in a courtroom. To learn more, see here. Family Law Corp. – Family Law,…
Spousal Support in Pennsylvania is the amount paid to a dependent spouse to assure that person has a reasonable living allowance, or money to provide for living expenses. In Pennsylvania, spousal support is the title for support paid before a divorce complaint is filed. When an initial spousal support claim is filed, the parties go…
When you have children, your relationship with your spouse does not end with the final decree. You will have continued contact with your spouse about support, visitation, and other parental responsibilities. For the sake of your children, keep open the lines of communication with your spouse. Your goal should be that your children are not…
The separation period for a no-fault divorce under 3301(d) in Pennsylvania has been updated from TWO YEARS to ONE YEAR. Under 3301(d), the parties must prove a separation from their spouse for a period of time to request grounds to divorce. If the period of separation from your spouse began on or after Dec. 5,…
The following issues are often discussed in a mediation involving a separation or a divorce. Please bring any relevant information with you to the mediation to help with decisions (i.e., information regarding bills, debts, value of assets, retirement plans, insurance, etc.). Parenting Arrangements: Legal Custody(who makes major decisions about the children regarding education, religion, and…
Lori A. Walker, Esquire of Family Law Corp. attended the Montgomery County Bar Association’s Annual Dinner and Dance at the Philadelphia Country Club on March 19, 2017 with other members of the Montgomery County Bar Association. To see more, click here.