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11/4/21

Preparing for the Holiday Season Amid Divorce

The holiday season is known for peace, joy and togetherness. When you’re entering your first holiday season amid a divorce though, it can be hard to keep those themes at the forefront of your mind. To help you be as prepared as possible, here are some tips to follow during this time of year. Have a custody arrangement One of the many Mix up traditions While family traditions are great, so is mixing things...

11/2/21

5 signs that your child custody and parenting plan is broken

If you emerged from your Pennsylvania divorce with child custody arrangements that worked for your co-parent, your children and yourself, then you are fortunate! It is rare for all parties to be 100% pleased with a Pennsylvania custody and parenting plan. However, your family may reach a point where once-effective custody agreements begin to fail. Do not worry too much if this happens. Children grow and change, and so do their parents, meaning that sooner...

11/1/21

What will happen to my pets after my divorce?

Most of us love our pets as if they were our children. So, in a divorce, the thought splitting up from them can feel heart-wrenching. In today’s divorces, may spouses have to confront the possibility of shared pet custody – and the answers do not come easily. How does Pennsylvania handle pet custody? Pennsylvania courts do not grant pets the same rights as children. Instead, the court considers them personal property. With that said, many...

10/30/21

How assets remain hidden in a divorce

After you discuss a divorce with your spouse, don’t be surprised if their assets disappear. It’s not unusual for Pennsylvania residents to hide their assets even before marrying. As a partnership between two adults, however, it’s your legal responsibility to disclose your assets within a marriage. No matter why the marriage is ending, both of you deserve to have an equitable division of your estate. This can only be done once all assets are disclosed...

10/29/21

What are the benefits of joint custody?

You decided to get divorced because you needed it. Still, the idea of taking your child away from your ex-spouse, or vice versa, terrifies you. However, you must not worry about this because the courts in Pennsylvania favor joint over sole custody. The reason for this preference is based on the child’s best interests, but there are also many benefits for the parents in a joint custody agreement. It will be less stressful for your...

10/19/21

4 specific advantages of child custody mediation in Pennsylvania

If you are getting a divorce in Rockledge, Pennsylvania, addressing concerns about child custody is probably one of your top priorities. Most parents expect their child custody negotiations to be stressful and combative. Sometimes, this is certainly so, but mediation may ease this process for you and your kids. It might surprise you to learn that the overall goals of divorcing parents are nearly always the same. They both want what is best for their...

10/13/21

How to break the news about your divorce to family and friends

The decision to get divorced is hard. You may already feel overwhelmed with your own emotions to deal with your friends’ and family members’ inquiries. However, you will have to tell them about it eventually. It may be nerve-wracking to think about how they will react to the news, but you can take control of the situation by knowing what and how to say it. That way, you can ensure you’ll communicate what you want...

10/11/21

Why a collaborative divorce may cost less than a traditional one

There is more than one way to end a Pennsylvania marriage. If you have concerns about supporting yourself after divorce, a collaborative divorce may be an option worth considering. Collaborative divorce involves you and your former partner working through your differences without winding up in court, and it has the potential to save you quite a bit of money. How might a collaborative divorce help you By cutting legal expenses Most former couples that...

10/6/21

Alternative dispute resolution and its role in family law

Family law matters tend to be personal, emotional and sensitive. When feelings get involved with legal matters, it can be challenging to come to agreements. When dealing with family law-related conflict it can be financially and emotionally draining. Using alternative dispute resolution (ADR) tactics like There are a variety of methods employed in ADR efforts. ADR can be informal or formal and can be accomplished among the disputing partners alone or with professional guidance. Because...

10/4/21

Is it possible to write the perfect parenting plan?

Divorcing parents are both worried about creating strong, independent futures and building the best environment for their children. This often requires a comprehensive parenting plan to help parents avoid future disputes and agree to numerous compromises in advance. Unfortunately, several omissions or mistakes can pile up and lead to a disjointed agreement. There are numerous Account for custody exchange contingencies: Preferred communication methods: Discuss potential travel restrictions: Punishment at both homes: Due to changing...