Protecting Your Rights: An Overview of Divorce Laws in Pennsylvania

Divorce is challenging in every way. Emotionally, financially, and legally. In Pennsylvania, understanding the complexities of divorce laws is crucial to protecting your rights and ensuring a fair outcome. This article provides an overview of Pennsylvania's divorce laws, focusing on key aspects like child custody, support, and how to find the right legal representation. Understanding...

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Alternative Dispute Resolution in Divorce: Mediation, Collaborative Law, and Arbitration

Navigating the complexities of divorce can be daunting, especially in the culturally-rich landscapes of Pennsylvania—Lancaster County, Delaware County, and Chester County, including West Chester. The legal terrain is evolving, and the emergence of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can reshape how couples approach the dissolution of their marriage. ADR offers paths such as...

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Child Custody and Domestic Violence: Protecting Children in High-Conflict Situations

 The issue of child custody in the context of domestic violence is both complex and emotionally charged. Ensuring the safety and well-being of your children becomes paramount in these situations. The involvement of domestic abuse can elevate the stakes significantly, adding layers of complexity to the custody process. The Indispensable Role of a Domestic Abuse Lawyer In...

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What to Do if You’re a Father Who Wants to Gain Custody of His Children

Fathers have just as much a right to obtain custody of their children as mothers do. However, many fathers face challenges when trying to gain full or partial custody of their children. Finding the best child custody lawyer and taking steps to show you are capable of caring for your children can help strengthen your arguments for gaining custody. These tips provide guidance...

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COVID-19 And Other Vaccinations: What Happens When the Parents Disagree?

 Most parents want what is best for their children, especially when it comes to medical decisions. In recent years, vaccinations have become a controversial subject. So what happens when parents have disagreements about vaccinations? A good child custody lawyer can help you understand your rights and responsibilities as a parent and provide the legal counsel you need...

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Failing To Pay For Child Support In The Quarantine? What You Should Know

As unemployment has increased rapidly due to the pandemic and quarantine, you may find yourself struggling to meet child support obligations. Often contested in a divorce, child support is an issue that is both emotional and financial. Parents should know that courts may enforce harsh penalties if you do not make your scheduled payments. What are the possible consequences? •   ...

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Joint Custody Agreement: How to Make it Work for You and Your Child

The facts are clear regarding child custody arrangements: children benefit from substantial and frequent contact with both parents. For this reason, the courts favor joint custody arrangements as long as there aren’t any factors that present a threat of harm to the child (such as substance abuse, child abuse or domestic violence). To be clear, joint custody refers...

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Child Custody Rights for Grandparents: What to Expect

Although it is often assumed that a child custody dispute is between parents, this is not always true. Grandparents may have very close relationships with grandchildren and may seek visitation rights or even custody of a child. Good child custody lawyers will tell you that this is a change in family law, as state laws granting rights to grandparents didn’t occur prior...

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What Is a Collaborative Divorce?

A collaborative divorce is a process that some divorcing couples use to work through a divorce without going to court. Collaborative divorce saves money for both parties because the expense of going to court is avoided. There are other benefits, including saving time, reducing stress for both parties, and fostering an environment where both parties can discuss their...

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