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If you’re 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. You can contact them at 610-278-3360, and they are open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Divorces in Norristown can be […]

Pennsylvania recognizes two types of no-fault divorce grounds: (1) consent divorce and (2) unilateral divorce. Divorce Lawyer R. Badet is a skilled attorney who offers guidance throughout the divorce process, including simple and complex divorces, spousal support, child support, and custody matters. With extensive experience, he is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for […]

When modifying a custody arrangement, the primary focus is always the best interest of the child. In these cases, there is no requirement to demonstrate a specific “change in circumstances,” although any significant change in circumstances may serve as a starting point for considering the child’s best interests. The court is primarily concerned with the […]

To get married in Pennsylvania, there are two key requirements for a ceremonial marriage: (1) a marriage license, and (2) a ceremony or solemnization. In addition to ceremonial marriage, Pennsylvania once allowed common-law marriage. However, as of January 1, 2005, common-law marriages are no longer recognized. Nevertheless, if a common-law marriage was established before that […]

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

For a Pennsylvania court to have authority over a divorce case, it must have both subject matter jurisdiction and personal jurisdiction over the parties involved. If the court has personal jurisdiction over just one party, it can still grant a divorce on an ex parte basis. However, to make decisions regarding property division, spousal support, […]

Step One: The Notice to Defend, Complaint, and Verification (Form 1). The divorce process begins by filing a “Complaint.” Two forms must accompany this Complaint: the “Notice to Defend and Claim Rights” should be placed on top, while the “Verification” is attached at the bottom. The Complaint is submitted to the office where legal documents […]

In certain circumstances, the court may award custody to a grandparent if it is deemed in the best interests of the child. To qualify, the grandparent must: Presumptions in Child Custody Cases: Visitation Rights: Third-Party Visitation: Grandparents’ Visitation: Enforcement of Visitation Orders: Contempt for Violating Child Custody and Visitation Orders: A contempt order must specify […]

After the court determines and values the marital property, it will make an equitable division. It is important to note that “equitable” does not always mean an equal 50/50 split. Once the divorce is finalized, the division of property cannot be altered. The court uses various principles to guide the equitable division of property, including: […]

What is a Flat Fee Divorce? A flat fee divorce allows you to plan and budget for your divorce costs upfront. Instead of paying for each service as the divorce progresses, you pay one set fee, which covers everything from attorney fees to filing costs. Once this fee is paid, the firm will handle the […]