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11/11/14

Once fate of house is decided in divorce, complications can arise

Once a couple decides to split, there are many decisions that need to be made. For many couples in Pennsylvania, custody issues may be the most contentious and personal to arise during a When one spouse decides to keep the house, that spouse often needs to refinance the loan in order to relieve the other from the burden of the mortgage. Refinancing, due to loan restrictions, can be difficult. The transition from a two-income family...

11/4/14

Retirement and taxes change after Pennsylvania divorce

When a Retirement plans can be greatly impacted by divorce. One spouse may not have any retirement savings in his or her name because the other spouse was the main wage earner in the household . In situations in which one spouse was dependent upon the other, when a split occurs, retirement plans may also need to be split. This division of retirement savings can mean one party may have to extend the number of years he or...

10/28/14

Child support problems can pose unique challenges

Whenever parents agree to a The man was said to have fathered a child in 1987, according to state documentation. He was allegedly served with papers at his father’s home related to a paternity proceeding. That process server apparently claimed that the man refused to sign the summons. However, documents later showed the man was in prison at the time of service and physically unable to refuse to sign, seemingly supporting his contention that...

10/22/14

Pennsylvania women may need financial advice as part of divorce

There are many lifestyle, emotional and physical changes that come about when a couple goes from being married to being It is estimated that the income for a woman can drop by 37 percent right after a divorce. Also, women tend to earn less than men to begin with, on average. Because of this fact, women may have a smaller amount saved in retirement accounts — roughly 60 percent less. Some advice for women...

10/14/14

Parents should be aware of child support scams

When parents need to agree to a Two men are facing legal consequences after being a part of a scam. The men set up an online presence advertising their services for obtaining back child support. A custodial parent would reach out and pay a percentage of the support that the men would obtain from the parent who was in the arrears. The men would threaten the paying parent with loss of driver’s licenses and...

10/8/14

During divorce, don’t rely too heavily on friends, family

Pennsylvania spouses who are ending their marriage often find the process to be more challenging than they anticipated. Even when both parties are in agreement that The obvious outlet for many are the friends and family who have offered their support. Having this type of network in place is an essential part of moving through with relative ease. However, it is possible to ask too much of those closest to us. In the end,...

10/2/14

Equitable distribution of property complex with high valued art

When a couple decides to When a couple who collects art decides to split, it may be necessary to create a detailed list of the art in question. The price the artwork was sold for should also be documented. Noting when the art was actually purchased is also a vital piece of information when trying to determine who owns the art or if it is indeed marital property. The value of art can fluctuate...

9/22/14

Pennsylvania divorce can entail more than expected

For many people, the decision to dissolve a marriage may be the hardest thing they have ever considered. However, even after that decision is reached, there may be even more complicated or unexpected decisions to consider. Anyone in Pennsylvania who is considering a Some of the issues that an experienced divorce attorney may have to help a person tackle can revolve around child custody and child support. Each family is unique and may require...

9/18/14

Child custody process can focus on what is best for kids

Anytime a family splits, the issue of There are many options for deciphering child custody issues aside from a courtroom battle. Mediation and collaborative family law options can help families reach decisions in a fair and timely manner. This process helps parents work together for the common good of the children involved. The state and legal system all believe the relationship between children and parents is important and needs to be protected according to...

9/11/14

Divorce takes specific planning for Pennsylvania couples

The decision to seek a One tip to make the divorce process smooth is to gather all information about property and assets that have been acquired during the marriage and even before the marriage. This may include assessing and taking pictures of property and gathering tax returns. It is also recommended that couples change passwords and switch personal bank accounts over to their separate names, so as to see where they stand independently when...