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Marriage Requirements in Pennsylvania Ceremonial Marriage Basics To have a valid ceremonial marriage in Pennsylvania, couples generally need two things: 1. Marriage License Any couple intending to marry must obtain a valid marriage license. 2. Ceremony or Solemnization Substantive Restrictions for the Couple Additional Requirements Common-Law Marriage in Pennsylvania Although Pennsylvania no longer permits the […]

Philadelphia Divorce Lawyer If you’re looking to end your marriage in Philadelphia, one straightforward option is to file for divorce through the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, located at 1501 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102. The court operates on regular business days from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce in Philadelphia […]

To begin a divorce in Pennsylvania, you must file a legal document known as a “Complaint.” There are two other forms you need to attach to the Complaint: These documents are filed at the local office where legal paperwork is submitted. You will have to pay a filing fee unless the court grants you In […]

A court may grant custody to a grandparent if it serves the grandchild’s best interests and if: Presumptions in Child Custody Disputes Visitation Rights “Visitation” commonly refers to a third party’s access to a child, while parents typically handle “primary custody” and “partial custody.” Key points include: Third-Party Visitation Grandparents’ Visitation Grandparents may seek visitation […]

Pennsylvania law recognizes several fault-based grounds for divorce, outlined below: Possible Outcomes at Trial Even if one or both spouses plead these fault-based grounds, they can stipulate at trial to grant the divorce to one or both parties, allowing the process to move forward. If the trial is contested, the court has discretion to: If […]

After identifying and valuing all marital assets, the court will distribute them in a manner it deems fair—keeping in mind that “equitable” does not necessarily mean an even 50/50 split. This division becomes final once the divorce is concluded and cannot be changed later. Two important concepts that can influence property classification are: Factors for […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce in Philadelphia What Is a Flat Fee Divorce? Simply put, a flat fee divorce allows you to budget for your divorce ahead of time. Instead of paying multiple legal bills as the process unfolds, you pay one upfront cost that covers everything from filing fees to your attorney’s services. After […]

In Pennsylvania, dividing property in a divorce typically involves two steps: Marital Property Separate Property About Divorce Lawyer R. Badet Divorce Lawyer R. Badet has extensive experience guiding clients through both straightforward and complex divorces. He also handles spousal support, child support, and custody matters. With a deep understanding of divorce law, he works to […]

Pennsylvania allows several defenses for spouses facing a fault-based divorce claim. These defenses can prevent or undermine an action for divorce on fault grounds: About Divorce Lawyer R. BadetDivorce Lawyer R. Badet is well-versed in handling every stage of the divorce process, including both fault-based and no-fault proceedings. His practice encompasses simple and complex divorces, […]

Calculating Child Support Pennsylvania’s guidelines aim to balance the child’s needs with the payer’s ability to pay, taking into account net income and earnings. Courts typically assess: Note: Child support typically includes reasonable educational costs that reflect what the child requires and what the parents can afford. If a special-needs child must attend a specific […]