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…
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What is a Property Settlement Agreement? A Property Settlement Agreement is an agreement that memorializes the division of assets and debts between parties prior to a divorce. If both parties sign the Property Settlement Agreement, then it can be incorporated into their divorce. If the parties sign a Property Settlement Agreement, but do not divorce,…
Lori A. Walker, Esquire has been selected as a Top Philadelphia Divorce Lawyer by Super Lawyers. She has been selected as a Rising Star for 2017. Lori’s family law experience includes all aspects of divorce, child custody, child support and spousal support. Lori’s exceptional legal advocacy has earned her the recognition of her peers in…
Edward Tsui, writer at www.Expertise.com, has written an article explaining what parties should know and expect in divorce and custody cases. In his article on expertise.com, he explains the following: The types of child custody arrangements The process of reaching a custody agreement Potential child support obligations Personal and emotional considerations How to hire the…
Child Support Child support in Pennsylvania is money paid to the custodial parent for the support, maintenance, and education of the children. Voluntary gifts and payment of rent, which benefit the child when the child is with you, may not be considered support. Child support ceases with emancipation of the child by state law or…