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9/6/17

What Happens To An Estate Plan In The Wake Of Divorce?

From the division of assets and property to child custody and parenting time, there are numerous issues that must be contemplated, negotiated and decided upon during the divorce process. While state law mandates that important financial and custody issues like these be settled prior to a final judgment of divorce being entered, those related to estate planning may go unaddressed. If you’ve taken the time to draft a will or designate a power of attorney,...

7/11/17

For Children, Divorce Often Triggers Living Changes

There’s no doubt that divorce can be hard on everyone in a family – especially young children who may have trouble adjusting to their new family structure. In addition to mourning their family as they knew it, children must also often adjust to living in two separate homes where a different set of rules, expectations and standards may apply. In an effort to maintain as much consistency and stability as possible, Create a familiar...

4/24/17

Summer Is Coming….Have You And Your Ex Discussed Custody Plans?

Spring has sprung throughout the Philadelphia metro and school-age children throughout the area are counting down the days until summer break. When it comes to summer vacations, camps, family trips and general day-to-day activities, for many parents, summer presents both opportunities and challenges. If you’re a After what may have been a shaky start to the school year, now roughly eight months in, you and your ex have finally hit your co-parenting stride. It’s...

3/27/17

Is Your Soon-To-Be Ex-Spouse Hiding Something?

For many married couples, money is a source of conflict. In fact, many divorcing couples cite disputes over how to spend and save money as contributing to their decision to file for divorce. Unfortunately, fights over money often become even more heated during divorce proceedings as both spouses aim to claim their fair share, or then some, of total assets. At times, spouses who are planning to file for divorce may even resort to ...

2/16/17

Social Media Use During Divorce

From sharing photos of a child, pet or recent vacation to posting comments about your morning commute or religious or political beliefs, social media websites like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram provide an easy and nearly instantaneous way for people to widely share and communicate. According to the Pew Research Center, in 2005, only five percent of U.S. adults reported using at least one social media platform. Today, that number has grown exponentially to nearly 70...

1/5/17

Should Filing For Divorce Be On Your January To-Do List?

While frequently regarded as being a time of great joy and celebration, the holidays can also be stressful. This is often especially true for individuals who are in unhappy marriages when spending time at home with a spouse and extended family members can reinforce and intensify a husband’s or wife’s resolve to finally It’s likely no coincidence that 3 Reasons Why January May Be A Good Time To File For Divorce Your Children Financial...

12/5/16

Why Your Child Will Thank You For Choosing Mediation

Being a parent is undoubtedly one of the most important, challenging and rewarding roles that anyone can fulfill during their life. From changing diapers and performing round-the-clock feedings to helping with homework and drying tears after a playground fall, young children especially need and rely upon their parents for so many things. In cases where parents of a young child divorce, it’s critical that they find a way to work together to continue to meet...

11/10/16

Recently Separated Or Divorced Parents Need A Plan This Holiday Season

In just a couple of short weeks, families across Pennsylvania and throughout the United States will gather to break bread and give thanks as the official 2016 holiday season kicks off. While typically considered a happy and celebratory time, under even the best of circumstances, the holidays can be stressful. For couples and families who are 3 holiday survival tips for recently separated or divorced parents Acknowledge The Changes Be Kind And Fair Create New...

10/19/16

Co-Parenting: How to Make it Easier

Getting divorced is never an easy process. This is especially true if you have young children. In fact, even in cases where both you and your ex amicably agreed to end a marriage and opted for a less-adversarial collaborative divorce, things can change after the ink on a divorce agreement dries. Having a child with someone means that, for better or worse, you and that person will forever be tied together. For divorced parents, this can...

9/20/16

Talking to children about divorce

Making the decision to end a marriage and go through with a divorce is never easy and many individuals spend months or even years struggling to make things work. For parents, Let’s face it, there’s never going to be an opportune time to tell your son or daughter that you’re getting divorced. That being said, there are times that are better than others as well as things that parents can do and say to...