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In Pennsylvania, your child doesn’t get to decide which parent they live with, but their opinion can matter. Judges may consider what your child wants, depending on their age and maturity, but that’s only part of a larger decision. Here’s what actually influences...
Many parents feel confused about how Pennsylvania courts decide child support. It's easy to think judges only look at paychecks or hourly wages. But PA child support rules look beyond regular job pay. Knowing what counts as income can help parents avoid surprises and...
In Pennsylvania, one of the factors divorce courts consider when dividing marital property or awarding alimony is both spouses’ age and health. These personal details can significantly influence how assets are divided and whether one spouse receives financial support...
Custody orders capture a moment in time, not the way life keeps unfolding. Jobs change, parents move and children grow into new routines that don’t always fit what the court once decided. When those shifts start to pull your family off balance, Pennsylvania law gives...
When your co-parent constantly violates your custody order, you may wonder why you should continue paying them child support if they’re not respecting your parental rights. You’re not alone. Many parents in this situation consider withholding payments as a way to...
Few conversations in life are more difficult than asking your spouse for a divorce. Whether a complete surprise or expected, the finality of a divorce can be a difficult topic to discuss. There are some tips that can help to better ensure the conversation goes...
One important thing to remember about divorce odds is that they are not the same for everyone. Even if you just look at the overall divorce odds in the United States, that does not mean that every couple has the same exact chance of splitting up. There are many...
In Pennsylvania, a parent generally cannot relocate with a child unless every person with custody rights consents or a court approves. A relocation is any move that significantly impairs the other parent’s ability to exercise custodial rights. When might a move be...
Unfortunately, New Jersey residents may one day face circumstances wherein they need to obtain guardianship of a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. The process can be fraught with tension and stress, but there are ways to ease the transition. Learn more below...
Going through a divorce is a challenging undertaking, even in the best of circumstances. While many people stay focused on things like property division and matters related to the children, those aren’t the only things that you’ll have to deal with. One of the...
