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Posted: February 27, 2019

How Will a DUI Affect My Divorce in Pennsylvania?

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Pennsylvania. If you’ve been charged with a DUI and you are going through the divorce process, you may be wondering how your divorce will be affected. The reality is that…

Posted: February 6, 2019

Surrogacy Contract FAQ

There are a variety of reasons a couple may opt for surrogacy to have a baby. Surrogacy is a particularly popular option for same-sex couples or in instances when a woman does not have a uterus, is living with a…

Posted: January 14, 2019

What You Should Know About Bankruptcy and Divorce in PA

Money is often the top stress factor in many marriages. Sometimes, it is the reason couples pursue divorce. Regardless of whether or not money led to your divorce, you may find yourself in a position where it makes sense to…

Posted: December 13, 2018

Understanding Parental Alienation in Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh Divorce & Family Law, LLC, has handled many child custody cases in Pennsylvania involving parental alienation. Now, there is a movement afoot in Pennsylvania spearheaded by the National Parents Organization (formerly Families and Fathers) to pass two bills addressing…

Posted: October 17, 2018

Can a PA Child Support Agreement be Modified?

In Pennsylvania, after the initial child support agreement has been made, a parent may modify it. However, a parent cannot modify a child support agreement just because they feel like it. There needs to be a significant life change that…

Posted: September 18, 2018

Will My Student Loans Affect My Pennsylvania Divorce Proceedings?

The last thing you need when going through a divorce is additional stress. Unfortunately, student loans are a stressful topic themselves. Your student loan debt can add another layer of complexity to a process that is already full of difficult…

Posted: August 28, 2018

How to Choose a Divorce Lawyer in Pennsylvania

If you are going through a divorce, you may have questions about how to choose a Pennsylvania attorney who is right for your case. It can be difficult to find someone who works with you and fights for the best…

Posted: August 21, 2018

What You Need to Know About Non-Parental Custody in Pennsylvania

While parents have a natural right to custody of their children, sometimes the courts grant non-parental child custody to a third party such as grandparents, sibling, or even to someone that is not related to the child. In Pennsylvania child…

Posted: August 14, 2018

Collaborative Divorce vs. Mediation in Pennsylvania

Ending a marriage is no small decision. Whatever your situation may be, that choice is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. With the emotional impact a divorce can have, it makes sense that you may not know…