Blog: Family Law
- All about prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
Feb 11, 2019
Generally, it is not possible to directly modify a prenuptial agreement, or PNA, during a divorce. However, it may be possible to change certain agreed-upon instruments with the aid of a legal document called a postnuptial agreement. By securing the representation of a Pennsylvania attorney who has knowledge of family law, a person may gain a better chance of resolving problems stemming from onerous or unfair PNAs. Although the prenuptial agreement is often considered immutable...Read More - DNA testing for paternity and child support
Dec 17, 2018
For people in Pennsylvania, the explosion in popularity of DNA testing has led to increasingly common scientific validation of paternity and other familial relationships. The precision and growing affordability of DNA tests has made paternity tests more common, and they are frequently used in the courtroom when addressing child support and custody issues. This is especially true when the parents are unmarried, or there is a dispute about parentage In some cases, DNA tests are...Read More - ‘Tis the season of being deceptive about spending?
Dec 6, 2018
For many, this time of year involves buying gifts and other kinds of holiday spending. Such spending can have the potential to be a point of contention within a married couple. Recent surveys suggest that many individuals here in the U.S. aren’t very forthright with their spouse when it comes to such spending. According to a Swagbucks.com survey, nearly half of Americans report that their spouse or significant other isn’t aware of how much they...Read More - Prenups Aren’t A Prophecy For Divorce
Oct 11, 2018
More Millennials – specifically women – are sitting down with their fiancés and choosing to establish a prenuptial agreement before saying, “I do.” While many may be inclined to connect the rise of the prenup to high divorce rates, recent studies may indicate that prenups are not a prophecy for divorce. A recent report suggests that Millennials and Generation Xers are creating a substantial drop in divorce rates. Marriage later in life According to University...Read More - What you need to know about creating a prenuptial agreement
Aug 16, 2018
Marriage usually feels like forever. But marriages end every day, and it is in your best interest to be as prepared as possible. Prenuptial agreements can protect you if your marriage ends in divorce. While prenups are useful, they are not a catch-all protection. Prenups still must comply with Pennsylvania state law, otherwise your agreement may not be enforceable. What should I put in my prenuptial? Just like no two marriages are the same, your...Read More - Is a postnuptial agreement right for your marriage?
Aug 15, 2018
Most couples understand the elements and process of utilizing a prenuptial agreement. While those contracts may be more common, another option exists for couples who have married already and did not create an agreement before the wedding. Postnuptial agreements provide an opportunity for married couples to tailor the division of assets and other terms of a potential divorce or separation. Although some may associate postnuptial agreements with marital infidelity, couples may choose to draft an...Read More - Still not sure if you need a prenuptial agreement? Let us help
Jul 8, 2016
Planning for the future often requires people to anticipate many possible outcomes, both good and bad. While individuals are often apt to plan for lost income or potential future medical expenses, many still resist planning for the possibility that a marriage might not last a lifetime. A thoroughly negotiated prenuptial agreement allows couples to plan for a possible divorce even if that event never occurs. Virtually no one in Pennsylvania gets married with the intent...Read More - Giving full disclosure through Pennsylvania prenuptial agreement
Mar 17, 2016
Through the years, it has been the common belief that prenuptial agreements are for wealthy, prestigious individuals that have immense wealth or assets. While a prenuptial agreement can be incredibly beneficial for those in that situation, there are also many benefits for those who may be coming into a marriage with very little. Anyone considering getting married in Pennsylvania may want to discuss creating one of these agreements. When contemplating whether or not to obtain...Read More - Consider a prenuptial agreement before marriage in Pennsylvania
Feb 18, 2016
Marriage does not solely bring together two parties emotionally but also financially. While it can be challenging for some to look at marriage as a business relationship, there are aspects that do resemble that of a business arrangement. Individuals looking to get married in Pennsylvania may want to consider creating a prenuptial agreement that addresses these aspects. Prenuptial agreements were once seen as a plan to get divorced before a couple had even gotten married...Read More - Prenuptial agreement: for marriage and divorce in Pennsylvania
Dec 3, 2015
Deciding to marry someone is sometimes more than an act based solely on emotion for many people. Yet, considering a prenuptial agreement is oftentimes not regarded as a good thing. Couples in Pennsylvania who are preparing for a wedding and thinking about creating a prenuptial agreement can make use of available resources and the assistance of people with experience in family law. Prenuptial agreements seem to have the connotation of foreshadowing a divorce. Some think...Read More