When it comes to the divorce process, you need to think about a number of financial topics. From child support to the division of marital property, divorce could impact your finances in various ways. Some people have to pay alimony after ending their marriage, and you...
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Are divorce records public?
Divorce can expose personal information to public view, but the court may agree to seal parts of the record. Divorce records appear in three forms, which are public to varying degrees. Divorce certificate, decree, and court record The vital records offices of...
Why prenups are crucial for previously married couples
When you married the first time, you were young and had few assets, so a prenup may not have been a consideration. Now that you are older and preparing to marry for the second time, you may feel that the reasons to have a prenuptial agreement are a great deal more...
Understanding the difference between physical and legal custody
When you and your child’s other parent divorce, or if the two of you were not in a marriage, but want to share parenting responsibilities, you may need Pennsylvania’s court system to come up with a custody arrangement. The state recognizes several different types of...
How social media can impact your divorce proceedings
These days there should be no expectation of privacy when it comes to the internet and social media. Even when you delete a post, it probably still exists in a data center somewhere. It is becoming more common for attorneys to use social media posts as evidence in...
How to protect your finances during divorce
Divorce can incite big changes in your life. One of the ways divorce can impact your way of living is on a financial level, especially if your spouse supported your family financially. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2019, 746,971...
The impact of high-conflict divorce on children
Divorce or separation is a difficult time for you and your children. Emotions may run high, but it is very important to keep your children out of the conflict. High-conflict divorces exact a devastating toll on the children involved. Many children develop harmful...
Create a prenuptial agreement if you intend to marry again
People who marry again later in life face issues they did not have to confront in their younger years. In the state of Pennsylvania, a prenuptial agreement can address matters associated with accumulated wealth, separate versus marital property, provisions for...
What you must address in a Pennsylvania parenting plan
When you and your child’s other parent are unable to come to an agreement about parenting time, you may need the state of Pennsylvania to make custody decisions for you. In all contested custody proceedings, the state requires that you submit something called a...
How will divorce impact my credit?
Buying a new home or a car may be a top priority of yours after you complete your divorce. To successfully apply for a loan or a mortgage, you will need a good credit score. While it is possible for your divorce to negatively impact your credit, it is by no means...
