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There are many factors that can lead to a divorce. In Pennsylvania, one ground that leads to divorce is referred to as irretrievable breakdown. This ground is generally used when one spouse does not support the decision to move forward with the divorce. Previously, in order to meet the criteria for a divorce based on […]

Considerations for Adoption Later in Life Adoption is a part of family law that doesn’t always see the limelight. But it should—adoption is a wonderful way to expand a family and to provide children with a loving home. I was recently approached by a woman who asked whether she could still adopt a child at […]

You are getting a divorce. You are splitting from your partner.

You have already completed your divorce, but something in your life drastically changes. What happens when circumstances involving your career, finances or living situation have changed? Even after your divorce has concluded, you have the right to petition the court for a modification of orders when necessary. Below are a few situations in which you […]

Thanksgiving is over, and that means the holiday season is officially upon us. The lights have been strung and the sales have begun. Unfortunately, the start of the holiday season also brings potential strain in families with shared custody arrangements. Winter breaks and celebrations provide a chance for parents to spend more time with their […]

Having a child with special talents is a gift in and of itself, but may involve more expenses than anticipated. This makes last week’s New Jersey family law decision that a parent of a gifted child may have to pay additional child support all the more practical. A New Jersey family law Judge said that […]

If you want to try and tackle one of the most subjective and difficult topics in all of law, then you should try to figure out how workers’ compensation gets handled in a divorce settlement. Every state has different divorce laws, which means every state handles the idea of marital property differently. But if you […]

On October 4, 2016 Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf signed into law House Bill 380 and effectively changed the practice of divorce and family law moving forward.

Divorce is generally adversarial in nature. Even when two spouses decide a divorce is best, things can change and one party can begin to act purely out of anger and hurt. It’s important that you protect yourself by knowing how to communicate with your soon-to-be ex-spouse during the course of the divorce. Where Possible, Use […]

To Share or Not to Over-share: How Social Media Can Impact Custody