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Child custody in Pennsylvania is divided into three main categories: (1) Legal Custody, (2) Physical Custody, and (3) Shared Custody. Jurisdiction for Child Custody: Philadelphia follows the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act to prevent disputes between states regarding child custody and visitation, including initial decisions and modifications. This act sets rules for determining […]

Void Marriage: Voidable Marriage: A voidable marriage remains valid until one of the parties seeks an annulment, at which point a court must issue a decree to end the marriage. A voidable marriage can only be challenged by one of the parties involved. Examples of grounds for a voidable marriage include: If the marriage is […]

Periodic Alimony: Periodic alimony is when the court orders one spouse to pay a set amount, such as $2,000 per month, to the other spouse until their death or remarriage. This form of alimony has an indefinite duration and can be modified if there are significant changes in circumstances. It automatically ends if the recipient […]

In Pennsylvania, there is a strong presumption of paternity intended to preserve the family unit. This means that a child born to a married woman is presumed to be the child of both the woman and her husband. This presumption holds as long as the marriage was intact at the time paternity is questioned, and […]

In addition to the usual considerations for property division, the following factors may also be taken into account: (1) Professional Licenses or Degrees; (2) pension benefits; (3) personal injury settlements; (4) marital debts; (5) goodwill; (6) future interests; (7) tax implications; and (8) alimony or spousal support. Professional Licenses or Degrees: While a professional license […]

If you’re looking to end your marriage in Norristown, you can file for divorce in the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas, located at 2 E Airy St, Norristown, PA 19401. The court’s contact number is 610-278-3360, and their hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. In Norristown, divorces can […]

In Pennsylvania, there are two types of no-fault divorce grounds: (1) consent divorce, and (2) unilateral divorce. If you’re navigating a divorce or need legal guidance, Divorce Lawyer R. Badet offers extensive experience in handling simple and complex divorce cases, including spousal support, child support, and custody issues. For more details about your rights and […]

Custody modifications are determined based on the child’s best interests. In cases involving custody changes, there is no strict requirement to demonstrate a “change in circumstances,” although the court may consider any significant changes as a starting point for evaluating what is best for the child. When custody modifications are requested, the court’s main focus […]

In Pennsylvania, there are two essential components to a ceremonial marriage: (1) obtaining a marriage license, and (2) having a ceremony or solemnization. In addition to ceremonial marriages, Pennsylvania previously allowed common-law marriages, but as of January 1, 2005, they are no longer recognized. However, common-law marriages established before this date are still valid and […]

Are you considering ending your marriage in Philadelphia? The process begins by filing for divorce at the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, located at 1501 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102. The court is open on weekdays, from 8:30 am to 4:15 pm. Divorces in Philadelphia can be either contested or uncontested. An uncontested divorce […]