Couples often decide to separate to see if they want to continue their marriage or if they are happier living apart. You may find that you prefer to live without your spouse, but you are still yearning for the company of another adult. Many people…
Child custody cases are never easy, and they often lead to an emotional and trying time. If one of the parents has decided to contest the other parent’s right to be with the kids, their negotiations can become a full-blown child custody battle. If you…
When your Pennsylvania child custody matter becomes contentious, you may worry about the allegations your child’s other parent will fling your way. When your child’s other parent becomes angry and wants to push you out of your child’s life, it can be tempting to make…
Child custody matters often continue for years, even decades. A matter that began when your child was an infant may need to be modified for various reasons until your son or daughter turns 18 years old, or later if they go to college. During this…
As a Pittsburgh family law firm, one of the best things we get to do is help people expand their families through adoption. While some individuals choose to go through a private agency and adopt a child from another state or country, you also have…
Divorce by itself can bring with it a range of difficult emotions without even considering the issue of money and property. High asset divorce also adds another set of challenges to be handled by both parties. There are complexities involved with accounting high-value assets, including…
Although the holidays are often a joyful time for many families, for those with children having to deal with the divorce of their parents, it can be very rough. In addition to celebrating the holiday, families often have their own unique traditions over these special…
The issues related to inheritance after a divorce can be complex and challenging to sort out. You may rely on the assumption that the assets from an inheritance you received, whether prior to your marriage or during your marriage, are exclusively your own. However, particular…
If you are headed for a divorce or going through one right now, you need an accurate accounting of your and your spouse’s finances, including all assets and debts. Without a full understanding of your incomes, the property you own separately or together, or the…
If you and your spouse have decided to divorce, then it is time to learn more about how you can – or a judge will – divide your property. Whether you have been married for a short time or 30 years, you and your spouse…