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Pennsylvania Family Law

What Does Pennsylvania’s New Divorce Law Mean for You?

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The waiting period to get a divorce has officially been shortened in Pennsylvania. The new law, which took effect in December 2016, amends the divorce code for no-fault divorces by changing the waiting period to one year instead of two. Before the new law was passed, a person who wanted a divorce without the consent […]

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High-Asset Property Division: Does “Equitable” Mean “Equal?”

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In any Pennsylvania or New Jersey divorce that is prominently marked by significant assets, the affected parties will understandably have material concerns regarding the ultimate distribution of so-called “marital property.” That term connotes both assets and debt obligations that a married couple in either state acquired during their marriage (as distinguished from nonmarital assets; we […]

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Adoption at Any Age

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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 […]

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Establishing Paternity in Pennsylvania

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The process of establishing paternity in PA The process of establishing paternity in Pennsylvania is relatively straightforward in most cases, but it can become more complex when certain factors come into play. Either by agreement or legal assumption, the paternity of a child is often straightforward. However, in some instances, the process takes a different […]

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Who Pays Taxes on Pennsylvania Support Payments?

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Each month, you get a payment from your ex for both spousal support and child support. You don’t really think about how much money is for you and how much is for your kids; you simply use this money to pay your family’s expenses. After all, all the money is going towards providing a good […]

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Kimberly Colby

Overall I was pleased with the results of my divorce case. The entire Petrelli Previtera team truly cares about their clients. Luckily for me, I was paired up with an amazing team helping all the way. If you happen to work with this firm and with the lawyers you’ll be in great hands. It was such an excellent service and it was beyond I expected.

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