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Step One: Prepare and File Your Initial Documents Need Assistance? Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is here to help you through every step of your divorce. If you search for “divorce lawyer near me,” you’ll find his services available at a flat rate of $599 for simple divorces. His extensive experience ensures you have the best […]

In certain circumstances, the court may award custody to a grandparent if it is determined to be in the best interests of the grandchild. To qualify, the grandparent must: Presumptions in Child Custody Cases Visitation Rights Third-Party Visitation Grandparents’ Visitation Enforcement of Visitation Orders Contempt for Violation of Custody and Visitation Orders If a party […]

In Pennsylvania, a fault divorce is based on specific misconduct by one of the spouses. The recognized fault-based grounds include: At trial, even when fault-based grounds are cited, the parties can agree (stipulate) that a divorce be granted to one or both spouses. In a contested trial, the court holds discretion to: If alternative grounds […]

In Pennsylvania divorces, once the court identifies and values the marital property, it proceeds with an equitable division. It’s important to note that “equitable” does not necessarily mean an even 50/50 split, and once the divorce is finalized, the division cannot be modified. The court applies several key principles when dividing property, including: Factors Considered […]

In Pennsylvania divorces, the process of dividing property involves two key steps: Marital Property Separate Property Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is an experienced divorce attorney dedicated to assisting clients throughout every stage of the divorce process. His practice covers both simple and complex divorces, including issues of spousal support, child support, and child custody. With […]

In Pennsylvania, if you’re facing a fault-based divorce, several defenses may be available to you. These defenses include: Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is an experienced divorce attorney committed to assisting clients through every stage of the divorce process. His extensive practice covers both simple and complex divorces, as well as issues related to spousal support, […]

Calculating Child Support Pennsylvania follows standard guidelines that factor in both the child’s needs and the obligor’s ability to pay. These calculations primarily focus on the net incomes and overall earnings of both parties. Factors considered include: Note: Child support may also cover reasonable education expenses. For example, if a child has special needs that […]

Understanding child custody in Philadelphia involves recognizing three main types: Jurisdiction for Child Custody Philadelphia follows the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, which aims to reduce conflicts between states regarding custody and visitation. Key points include: Enforcement of Custody Orders Best Interest of the Child Standard The best interest standard assumes that parents […]

An annulment declares that a marriage was never legally valid, effectively erasing its existence rather than ending a valid marriage through divorce. This remedy is available when a marriage is either legally void or voidable. Void Marriages A void marriage is treated as if it never occurred and does not require a judicial dissolution. Examples […]

Alimony is financial support provided to the spouse who is at an economic disadvantage. There are three primary types of alimony available: 1. Periodic Alimony 2. Lump-Sum Alimony 3. Rehabilitative Alimony Factors Considered in Determining Alimony When deciding on alimony, the court reviews several important aspects, such as: Considerations for Awarding and Modifying Alimony The […]