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When dividing property in a Pennsylvania divorce, there are several important factors to consider: (1) Professional Licenses or Degrees, (2) Pension Benefits, (3) Personal Injury Proceeds, (4) Marital Debts, (5) Goodwill, (6) Future Interest, (7) Tax Consequences, and (8) Alimony or Spousal Support. Professional Licenses or DegreesWhile a professional license or degree itself is not […]

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

In Pennsylvania, there are two types of no-fault grounds for divorce: (1) consent divorce and (2) unilateral divorce. Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is an experienced attorney who helps clients at every stage of the divorce process, whether the case is straightforward or complex, and covers matters like spousal support, child custody, and child support. He […]

The decision to modify a custody order is based on what is in the best interest of the child. There is no requirement to show a specific “change in circumstances,” though the court may consider significant changes in circumstances as a factor in its analysis of the child’s best interests. At any point when a […]

In Pennsylvania, there are two fundamental requirements for a ceremonial marriage: (1) a marriage license, and (2) a ceremony or solemnization. In addition to ceremonial marriages, Pennsylvania previously recognized common-law marriages, but as of January 1, 2005, they are no longer allowed. However, common-law marriages that were established before this date remain valid. Common-Law Marriage […]

Are you considering ending your marriage in Philadelphia? A straightforward way to do so is by filing for divorce in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, located at 1501 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102. The court is open during regular business hours, from 8:30 am to 4:15 pm on weekdays. Divorces in Philadelphia can […]

For a divorce case in Pennsylvania, the courts must have both subject matter jurisdiction and personal jurisdiction over the parties involved. If the court has personal jurisdiction over one party, it can grant the divorce on an ex parte basis. However, to handle matters such as property division, spousal support, child support, and custody, the […]

STEP ONE: Filing the Notice to Defend, Complaint, and Verification (Form 1). To begin a divorce case, you must file a “Complaint.” Along with the Complaint, you need to attach two forms: the “Notice to Defend and Claim Rights” at the top, and the “Verification” at the bottom. The Complaint is submitted to the office […]

If it’s determined to be in the best interests of the child, a grandparent may be granted custody if: Presumptions in Custody Cases: Visitation Rights: Visitation typically refers to grandparents and third parties, while terms like primary custody and partial custody apply to parents. Generally, the non-custodial parent is granted reasonable partial custody, unless it […]

In Philadelphia divorces, once the court identifies and assigns a value to the marital property, it will divide the property in a manner deemed equitable. It’s important to note that “equitable” does not necessarily imply an equal 50/50 split. Once the divorce is finalized, the court’s division is final and cannot be altered. To achieve […]