Even if you feel as though you have a valid reason to request a change to your custody order, the courts will thoroughly assess your situation prior to making any modifications. The best interests of your children will take precedence over any argument you make. As...
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Can a prenup be unenforceable?
Prenups are common contractual relationships between those seeking to get married. Prenuptial agreements outline the separation of assets and the amount of support an individual receives if the couple separates through a divorce or if one spouse dies. Under...
Previously married? Share your experience when discussing prenups
Signing a prenuptial agreement is a way for both spouses in a marriage to safeguard what matters most to them personally. Many people view prenups as signs of imminent divorce, but you can view the matter from a different perspective as a previously married...
How quickly can you get a divorce in Pennsylvania?
When divorce is inevitable, most couples want to get through the legal process as quickly as possible. Going in with a game plan can expedite the proceedings, but points of contention can extend the process greatly. Depending on your situation, a divorce can take...
How do courts handle inheritance in a Pennsylvania divorce?
Property division is often a point of contention and confusion during a divorce. Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, meaning that courts base asset distribution on equity rather than equality. Essentially, judges try to determine what is fair rather than...
Unmarried parents and child custody
U.S. society is more tolerant of relationships outside of marriage than in the past. In the modern era, it is more and more common to see children born out of wedlock. In fact, according to Child Trends, in 2016 approximately 40% of births fell into this category. It...
3 reasons you might change your child custody agreement
Your custody agreement outlines which parent is the primary caretaker of your child following a divorce. It also describes a visitation schedule and other parenting provisions. There is a possibility that circumstances can change for your child, your ex-spouse or...
Incarceration and other reasons to modify a child support order
If you owe child support, there are various reasons why you may have to modify your child support order. If you have recently experienced significant changes in your life that impact your finances and your ability to make child support payments on time, you could have...
What are some unique aspects of a gray divorce?
When two older people plan to end their marriage, the resulting divorce is commonly known as gray divorce. Going through a divorce later in life may seem intimidating at first, but knowing more about the unique differences between you and younger couples can help you...
Can you move away if you share custody of your child?
Whether you want to move across the county or to another state, you must consider the impact on the child and the other guardians. A move that makes it difficult for the non-relocating parent to participate in their share of the parental responsibilities requires...