Articles

Annulment in Pennsylvania addresses marriages deemed never valid from the start, unlike divorce, which ends a valid marriage. Annulments apply to marriages considered void or voidable. Key considerations include the marriage’s length and whether children are involved; longer marriages or those with children often must proceed via divorce instead.

Even in annulment cases, either party may pursue equitable distribution of property, alimony, child support, custody, and attorney fees, just as in a divorce. Void Marriages:These are treated as if they never occurred and do not require a court order to dissolve. Common examples include: Either spouse or a third party can challenge a void […]

Alimony in Philadelphia provides financial support to the spouse who is at an economic disadvantage after divorce. There are three general categories:

When determining the amount and form of alimony, courts consider various factors, such as the spouse’s financial resources, the couple’s marital standard of living, how long it may take for the disadvantaged spouse to become self-supporting, both spouses’ ages and health, each party’s needs balanced against the other’s ability to pay, and any physical disabilities […]

Adoption in Pennsylvania is governed by specific laws that dissolve the original parent-child bond and create a legal relationship with the adoptive parents. After an adoption is finalized, the child is issued a new birth certificate, and the original documents are sealed. Despite this, adopted children may still access certain medical and social details about their biological parents. To ensure fairness and prevent unethical practices like “baby selling,” strict procedural and substantive requirements are in place, including careful oversight of any pregnancy-related expenses. Adoptions can be arranged through public or private agencies, as well as through private agreements.

Once an adoption is complete, the adoptive parents gain all the rights and responsibilities of biological parents, and the adopted child gains corresponding rights and duties toward them. Under certain circumstances, with consent from all parties involved and approval from the court, an agreement may be established to maintain contact between the child and a […]

Key Factors in Property Division for Pennsylvania Divorces

Property division in Pennsylvania divorces involves several considerations, including the following elements: Expert Legal GuidanceNavigating the complexities of property division in divorce cases requires skilled legal counsel. Divorce Lawyer R. Badet, a seasoned attorney, offers comprehensive representation for all stages of the divorce process, including property division, spousal support, child custody, and support issues. For […]