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Pennsylvania law provides for two no-fault divorce options: About Divorce Lawyer R. Badet Divorce Lawyer R. Badet supports clients through all stages of a divorce, whether straightforward or complex, while also addressing spousal support, child support, and child custody matters. Combining deep knowledge of divorce law and extensive litigation background, he aims to achieve the […]

Pennsylvania recognizes two kinds of no-fault divorce: About Divorce Lawyer R. Badet Divorce Lawyer R. Badet has extensive experience guiding clients through both straightforward and complex divorces, as well as spousal support, child support, and custody matters. He combines broad knowledge of Family Law with litigation expertise to achieve the best possible outcomes. To learn […]

Termination of a Custody Order A custody order typically ends if: Relocation Requirements Relocation with a child generally requires: When deciding on relocation, courts consider many of the same factors used in standard custody rulings, placing special emphasis on the child’s safety. About Divorce Lawyer R. Badet Divorce Lawyer R. Badet offers skilled representation in […]

Under Pennsylvania law, there are two primary steps to establish a valid ceremonial marriage: 1. Marriage License A valid license must be issued before the marriage can take place. 2. Ceremony or Solemnization 3. Substantive Restrictions Several conditions must be met for the marriage to be legally recognized: Additional Requirements Common-Law Marriage in Pennsylvania Beyond […]

Do you intend to legally end your marriage in Philadelphia? A practical approach is to initiate a divorce filing in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, located at 1501 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, which is open on official business days from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce Divorces in Philadelphia […]

Pennsylvania courts can only hear a divorce if they have both subject matter jurisdiction and personal jurisdiction over the parties: Residence and Domicile Two important terms affect jurisdiction in a Pennsylvania divorce: Six-Month Residency Requirement Before filing for divorce, the spouse initiating the action must live in Pennsylvania for six consecutive months. Doing so establishes […]

STEP ONE: The Notice to Defend, Complaint, and Verification (Form 1)A divorce action begins by filing a Complaint. Two important documents must be attached to the Complaint: File your Complaint at the office where legal pleadings are recorded. You will need to pay a filing fee unless the court has granted you permission to proceed […]

A grandparent may receive custody of a grandchild if this outcome aligns with the child’s best interests and: Presumptions in Child Custody Visitation Rights Third-Party Visitation Grandparents’ Visitation Enforcement of Visitation Orders Contempt for Violating Custody or Visitation Orders When someone willfully disobeys a custody order, the court may hold them in contempt and impose: […]

Pennsylvania law recognizes several fault-based grounds for divorce, including: Trial and StipulationsIf the divorce goes to trial, both parties may agree (stipulate) to have the divorce granted. In a contested matter, the court may: The court also has the flexibility to consider alternative legal grounds if they have been presented. About Divorce Lawyer R. Badet […]

Once the court determines which assets are marital property and assigns their value, it will divide them in a fair manner—keeping in mind that “equitable” does not necessarily mean an equal 50/50 split. Once the final divorce decree is issued, this division of property typically cannot be changed. In making its decision, the court may […]