Child Custody

By the time the dust settles in a divorce case, there are often several court orders in place. This is especially true if the divorced couple has children together. When someone fails to comply with the terms of an order, they could face court appearances, fines and jail time. The charge might also impact their […]

As parents, we make decisions daily with our kids’ best interests in mind. One of the most important long-term choices when raising a child is deciding where they should receive an education. A school should meet (and exceed) a child’s needs, so he or she can get the best start possible. If you are a divorced […]

If you’re dissolving your marriage and you have kids with your spouse, the impending child custody arrangement may be causing some anxiety. What the court will decide is not often clear before you receive the order. If you’re not on speaking terms with your ex, working out an agreement ahead of time might be impossible. […]

It’s hard enough when parents end a relationship and custody matters need to be worked out. If you have concerns that your child’s other parent is abusing drugs or alcohol, or worse yet, abusing your child, you need to take action immediately. Pennsylvania family courts will take every measure necessary to protect a child if […]

Today, parents aren’t the only ones raising their children. Extended family plays a critical role. In many families, grandparents are like second parents to their grandchildren. While grandparents are playing a greater role than ever before, laws that protect grandparents’ rights are still emerging. When things change — like through divorce or the death of […]

Paternity is the legal status that establishes whether or not someone is another person’s biological father. Establishing paternity is very important in the eyes of the law when it comes to child support and child custody issues. There are court proceedings and DNA testing that are both used to establish paternity, and the better they […]

By the time the dust settles in a divorce case involving a family, there are often several court orders that are in place that need to be abide by. When those named in a court order refuse to comply with the terms, they can potentially face fines and jail time. The even bigger consequence for […]

Pennsylvania’s Superior Court recently heard a case questioning whether or not a child could demand a parent pay his educational expenses.

Few family matters are as difficult to resolve as disputes involving children.

Those who are getting a divorce in Pennsylvania must navigate a number of legal issues.