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Thinking About Divorce Mediation Many people assume that choosing mediation means they do not need a lawyer. It is a common misunderstanding and one that can be costly. Mediation is designed to help you and your spouse reach an agreement with a neutral third party. Less conflict. Less time in court. Often less expense. That […]

Can I Make My Spouse Pay My Attorney Fees in a Pennsylvania Divorce Divorce can be expensive, especially when one spouse refuses to cooperate or drags out the process. When that happens, it’s not only frustrating—it’s unfair. Fortunately, Pennsylvania law allows judges to require one spouse to pay some or all of the other’s attorney’s […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Greenwood Village, CO — Petrelli Previtera, LLC is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in Greenwood Village, Colorado, marking the firm’s second location in the state since beginning its work in Colorado in 2021. This expansion reflects the firm’s mission to support clients through life’s most challenging transitions and […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Petrelli Previtera to Relocate Covington Office to Expanded Space Covington, GA — Petrelli Previtera, LLC is pleased to announce that its Covington office will be relocating to a new and expanded space at 6232 Turner Lake Rd. NW, Covington, GA 30014. The decision to relocate reflects the firm’s commitment to providing an […]

Understanding Judicial Abuse Judicial abuse occurs when an abusive spouse manipulates the court system to maintain control. Instead of providing fairness, the process becomes another arena for intimidation and manipulation. As attorney Stephanie Ojeda explains, “There’s this thing called judicial abuse. Primarily, it encompasses parties who use the court process as a stage to perpetuate […]

Finding the Right Path for Your Divorce Understanding ADR in Divorce Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in divorce refers to out-of-court methods that help couples reach agreements without the stress and cost of traditional litigation. The most common ADR processes in divorce are mediation and collaborative divorce. Each offers a different path to resolution based on […]

When Your Spouse Refuses to Cooperate in Divorce: What You Can Do Divorce is hard—but divorcing someone who refuses to cooperate can feel impossible. Some spouses will do everything they can to stall the process, refuse to negotiate, or simply ignore court orders. The good news is that you don’t need your spouse’s permission to […]

Legal Protections and Practical Steps for Survivors Domestic violence includes physical, emotional, financial, and psychological abuse. Divorce for survivors isn’t just about ending a marriage, it’s about regaining safety, control, and independence. Survivors may face intimidation both inside and outside of court, and abusers often use legal systems to maintain power. As Attorney Stephanie Ojeda […]

In a Maryland divorce, courts work with couples to divide assets and debts fairly, but not always equally. Learn how marital property is classified, valued, and distributed under Maryland’s equitable division laws.

We live much of our lives online, from storing family photos in the cloud to managing cryptocurrency wallets and online businesses. But when someone passes away, these digital assets often go unclaimed, inaccessible, or even lost forever. Digital estate planning helps ensure that your online accounts and digital property are preserved, protected, or passed on […]