Couples fighting about money is nothing new. Financial problems are at the root of many divorces and that may be particularly so if the couple has a net worth of less than $5 million. That’s the magic threshold for rich people to have an amicable divorce, according to divorce attorney Randall Kessler who told…
The state of Pennsylvania recognizes adultery as a fault ground for divorce. This means it is the adulterous spouse’s fault, due to his adulterous behavior, that the marriage is ending. While adultery rarely effects custody, visitation, child support or even marital property distribution, it can effect spousal support awarded before and during the divorce…
Who holds the key to keeping marriages together? Divorce attorneys play a surprising role in identifying what causes a divorce to happen (and are expert advisors on how to keep it from happening to you). Divorce rates have been climbing steadily in the past 50 years, and no one knows that better than the…
Pennsylvania has its own divorce laws regarding who is eligible to file for a divorce. Each state protects its jurisdiction and makes sure the appropriate laws are applied to the appropriate cases. To prevent your case from being dismissed, make sure you meet the Pennsylvania residency requirements. The most common mistake people make is…
Divorce litigation, especially when there is contested custody, is rarely a straightforward negotiation process. Issues of divorce and custody can be negotiated out of court when certain conditions are present to move the couple to resolution of the issues. Mediated settlements are increasingly popular with both divorcing spouses and the judicial system. To read…