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If someone in Norristown wants to end their marriage, they can file for divorce in the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas at 2 E Airy St, Norristown, PA 19401 (phone: 610-278-3360). The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Uncontested and Contested Divorces A divorce in Norristown can be […]

Pennsylvania law recognizes two forms of no-fault divorce: About Divorce Lawyer R. BadetDivorce Lawyer R. Badet provides skilled legal counsel in both straightforward and more complex divorces. He also handles spousal support, child support, and child custody issues. With extensive experience in family law matters, he works to secure the best possible outcome for each […]

When courts consider modifying an existing custody order, the primary focus is always the child’s best interests. Although a significant change in circumstances might prompt a review, Pennsylvania law does not strictly require proving such a change to begin modification proceedings. Instead, the court will look closely at how any changes may impact the child’s […]

To start a divorce case, you must file a “Complaint.” Along with the Complaint, you need to include two other documents: the “Notice to Defend and Claim Rights” on top, and the “Verification” beneath it. These forms should be filed with the office that handles legal pleadings. A filing fee is required unless you are […]

When a married couple in Pennsylvania decides to divorce, the courts handle property division in two distinct stages: Marital Property Separate Property Divorce Lawyer R. BadetDivorce Lawyer R. Badet guides clients through every phase of the divorce process, tackling straightforward and more intricate cases that may involve spousal support, child support, and child custody. With […]

Courts may award a grandparent custody of a grandchild if it serves the child’s best interests and: Presumptions in Custody Battles Visitation Rights In general, the term “visitation” often refers to time granted to grandparents or other third parties. For parents, courts typically refer to “primary custody” and “partial custody.” Third-Party Visitation Grandparents’ Visitation Enforcing […]

In a Pennsylvania divorce, there are two steps to the division of property: Marital Property:   Separate Property: Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is an experienced divorce lawyer and dedicated to helping his clients at every stage of the divorce process. His practice includes simple and complex divorces, spousal support, child support, and child custody. Divorce […]

Pennsylvania recognizes several fault-based grounds for divorce. These involve situations where one spouse engages in specific conduct that allows the other spouse to file a fault-based divorce claim. The grounds include: Court Actions and Stipulations During a fault-based divorce trial, the spouses may agree (stipulate) that the divorce should be granted to one or both […]

When a Pennsylvania court divides assets in a divorce, it first determines which belongings count as marital property and which are separate. After appraising the marital assets, the court distributes them in a manner it deems fair—“equitable” does not necessarily mean splitting the property 50/50. Once the divorce is finalized, the court’s property division generally […]

What Is a Flat Fee Divorce? A flat fee divorce allows you to plan in advance for the cost of your divorce. Rather than being billed repeatedly, you pay the firm only once. This single payment covers the entire process, including court filing fees and the attorney’s services. Once the flat fee is paid, the […]