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In Philadelphia, child custody is divided into three main categories: Legal Custody, Physical Custody, and Shared Custody.

Jurisdiction for Child Custody: Philadelphia follows the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA), which prevents interstate disputes over custody and visitation. It establishes rules for determining a child’s “home state” and assigns jurisdiction to the state where the child has lived for at least six months prior to custody proceedings. If no state […]

In Pennsylvania, an annulment is a legal process that voids a marriage, treating it as if it never existed, unlike a divorce, which ends a valid marriage. Annulments can apply to marriages that are either void or voidable.

Eligibility for Annulment:To determine whether a marriage qualifies for annulment, the court typically considers factors such as the marriage’s duration and the presence of children. If the marriage is long-lasting or there are children involved, divorce is more likely than annulment. Void Marriage:A void marriage is considered invalid from the start and does not require […]

In Philadelphia, alimony is provided to the spouse who is financially disadvantaged. There are three main types of alimony: periodic, lump sum, and rehabilitative alimony.

Periodic Alimony: Periodic alimony is when the court orders a monthly payment, such as $2,000, from one spouse to the other, lasting until the recipient’s death or remarriage. Lump-Sum Alimony: This form of alimony is used when a complete severance of ties is needed, where the court might order a lump sum, like $50,000, to […]