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What Is a Flat Fee Divorce? A flat fee divorce is an option where you pay a one-time fee that covers all aspects of the divorce process, including filing fees and attorney fees. Once this fee is paid, the firm will handle the entire divorce process until it is finalized. However, the amount of the […]

In Pennsylvania, the division of property in a divorce is governed by two primary steps: Let’s break down these steps and the types of property involved in a divorce: Step 1: Determining Marital Property vs. Separate Property The first step is identifying which assets are considered marital property (which will be divided between the spouses) […]

In Pennsylvania, fault-based divorces are when one spouse claims the other spouse is responsible for the breakdown of the marriage due to specific actions. The defendant spouse can raise several defenses to challenge the fault-based grounds. Below are the common fault-based defenses available in Pennsylvania: 1. Recrimination: 2. Connivance: 3. Condonation: 4. Collusion: 5. Provocation: […]

Child support in Pennsylvania is a legal obligation that both parents must fulfill to support their minor children. It is not negotiable between parents, and any agreement attempting to waive or modify child support is void as it contradicts public policy. Key Points About Child Support: Factors Used to Calculate Child Support: The court considers […]

Child custody issues can be complex and emotionally charged, but understanding the types of custody and the legal standards that guide decisions can make a significant difference in the outcome. In Philadelphia, there are several critical aspects of child custody law you should know. Types of Child Custody: Jurisdiction for Child Custody: Philadelphia follows the […]

Void MarriagesA void marriage is automatically considered invalid and does not require a legal dissolution. Examples include: Voidable MarriagesA voidable marriage is legally valid until one party seeks an annulment, which requires a court decree to dissolve the marriage. Only a party to the marriage can challenge its validity. Examples of voidable marriages include: A […]

(1) An annulment voids a marriage and declares it as having never been valid (as opposed to a divorce, which terminates a valid marriage). (2) Annulments are available for defective marriages that are legally void or voidable. (3) What you need to look for to see whether a marriage qualifies for the possibility of annulment […]

In Pennsylvania, there is a strong presumption of paternity that is designed to protect family stability. This presumption states that a child born to a married woman is assumed to be the child of that woman and her husband. This is crucial for preserving the family unit and ensuring that the child has a clear […]

In addition to the standard division of marital assets, there are several other factors that the court may take into consideration when determining how to divide property in a Pennsylvania divorce. These include: These considerations can make the property division process more complex and highlight the importance of having experienced legal representation to navigate the […]

In Pennsylvania, there are two types of no-fault divorce grounds: Consent Divorce and Unilateral Divorce. Both are based on the premise that the marriage is irretrievably broken, but they differ in terms of the parties’ involvement and the requirements for filing. 1. Consent Divorce A Consent Divorce is the result of mutual agreement between both […]