When Pennsylvania spouses come to the difficult decision to end the marriage, a host of difficult issues inevitably arise. However, one of the most vexing concerns is likely to be how best to mitigate the emotional and developmental harm the process may do to the...
Divorced Pennsylvania parents might struggle to make the relationship work, even when they have chosen to co-parent for the benefit of their children. When these conflicts get in the way of successful co-parenting, they have some professional options that might help...
During a divorce, you'll probably find it necessary to stay on your guard constantly if you want to come out of the experience emotionally unscathed. When faced with hostility from an ex-spouse in Pennsylvania, many have found it helpful to follow the BIFF response...
Going through a divorce is difficult under any circumstances, but when both parties are over the age of 50 it can be even more complicated. A gray divorce, as it is sometimes called, can be fraught with emotion and uncertainty owing to the unique challenges that come...
If parents in Pennsylvania cannot agree on their children's welfare and living arrangements, they will have to go to court and have a "contested" custody battle. In these cases, the judge will make a decision based on what he or she believes is in the best interests...
When people in Pennsylvania think about child custody, they typically think it refers to with whom the child primarily resides. However, child custody involves more than the parent who has physical custody of the child. It also includes the parent or parents who have...
In Pennsylvania and across the United States, couples thinking about divorce face practical and emotional issues. Sadness beyond words often occurs when a couple contemplates divorce after many years of marriage. Couples with children face additional difficulties....
In Pennsylvania, an adult adoption is any adoption of a person who is 18 years or older. There are many reasons for an adult adoption, and the process for completing these adoptions can be just as complex as child adoptions. Barriers to adult adoption Adult adoption...
Bad marriages can feel suffocating and emotionally exhausting. However, it is possible for the Pennsylvania divorce process to be smooth, easy and less draining by approaching it with the right mindset. Can There be a Good Divorce? A good divorce is one where the...
When it comes to family law disputes in Pennsylvania, many people believe that the only way to get a fair result is through a court battle. However, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods can provide a more efficient and cost-effective solution than going to...