Divorce

In some cases, a person can seek annulment of a marriage rather than a divorce, which declares the union completely void rather than ended. Pennsylvania law establishes the circumstances in which the state allows an annulment. Review the process of requesting an...

Parents may realize that their child support order no longer matches their current circumstances. In this situation, they can ask for a modification. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, parents can modify a child support order when their...

When people get divorced in Pennsylvania, their future may look quite different than they originally envisioned. Their efforts to plan for their well-being and success may require some modification to maintain their goals and ambitions. Estate planning is one area...

For many couples, their joint retirement savings may include multiple accounts or types of investments. When a couple gets a divorce, dividing these assets may raise many issues. Even when retirement savings must be split between two spouses, how this occurs may play...

When a marriage ends, the subject of finances becomes more complex. No matter how long you were with your spouse, odds are that you combined accounts, made large purchases together and made other financial decisions as a couple. Now, you have to prepare to make...

Experiencing a divorce is one of the most emotionally-charged times in someone’s life. If you are divorcing your spouse or plan to file for an end to your marriage, you might feel overwhelmed about your future. Understand that it is normal to experience lots of...

After the 2015 Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges came an influx of same-sex partners excitedly marrying. However, with the celebrations also came a wave of same-sex couples seeking divorce. If you reside in Pennsylvania and your marriage is also coming to...

In a divorce, the needs of the children should still come before all else. Regardless of how the ex-spouses feel about one another, they must come together to create an effective parenting plan for their children. To make an effective plan, both parents should know...

Going through a divorce is one of the most emotional and stressful processes a person can experience. Ending a marriage can dredge up a variety of feelings and it can be difficult to manage. However, staying level-headed and practical is an important part of the...