Pennsylvania Child Custody

Child custody decisions in Pennsylvania follow one guiding principle: what is in the best interest of the child. Courts do not rely on assumptions or stereotypes when determining parenting time,they evaluate each family’s unique circumstances using 16 specific factors. These factors help judges assess stability, safety, parental involvement, cooperation, and each parent’s ability to meet the child’s emotional, educational, and physical needs.

Parental Rights Lawyer in Pennsylvania The Supreme Court has consistently affirmed the fundamental rights of parents to direct their children’s upbringing, education, and overall well-being. The sanctity of the home provides a private space shielded from unnecessary government interference. However, these rights come with responsibilities and are subject to regulations that ensure the safety and […]

CoParenting The 50-50 Target in PA Awarding sole custody to just one parent after a divorce is outdated. Parenting should not be treated as a competition where one parent wins and the other loses. In Pennsylvania, parenting plans are comprehensive, allowing both parents to collaborate on decisions regarding school breaks and extracurricular activities. However, many […]

In April 2012 the Pennsylvania legislature enacted an amendment to the Child Custody Law. The amendment is numbered SB 1167 and went into effect on June 11. SB 1167 helps explain a provision of the Custody Law that addresses how courts should consider criminal convictions in custody cases. The section of the Custody Law pertaining […]

There are several standard templates for child custody agreements and visitation schedules.  However, families can be unique in their structure, and individual children have different needs, so a one-size-fits-all solution may not be right for everyone. Some custody challenges require creativity. It is important to avoid “all or nothing” thinking and realize that flexibility may […]

Traveling outside the country with minor children can become complicated after divorce. If you frequently leave the United States on vacation and plan to bring your children while sharing custody, you must be on the same page with your coparent. Review the common considerations you should think about before international travel with kids after divorce. […]

Creating flexible Custody Schedules Coming up with a custody schedule involves a lot of compromises. However, you might be able to reduce the stress of trying to create the most ideal plan by creating a flexible custody schedule that allows for some flexibility. A family law attorney can help you and your ex agree on […]

Many parents struggle with anxiety when their child travels with the other parent. After divorce, this separation from your little ones can be difficult. Try these tips to cope when your coparent notifies you about upcoming vacation plans that involve your child. Have it in writing When you negotiate your parenting plan, address the guidelines […]

3 steps for reaching a custody agreement through mediation In bitter custody disputes, divorcing parents go to court to argue over both large and small child-related issues. While the court process certainly results in an eventual resolution, it can have a tremendous amount of collateral damage. Specifically, you, your soon-to-be-ex-spouse and your children may experience […]

When you have a child with someone who comes from another nation and the relationship between you comes to an end, you may have concerns about this person potentially trying to relocate back to his or her home country with your child. Relocating when you have a child with someone else is typically not as […]