The end of a marriage is not always easy to accept. You may feel that you can still work things out, which may lead you to want to fight the divorce and refuse to go through with it. According to U.S. News and World Report, you, unfortunately, do not have the option...
Dealing with your 401(k) in your divorce
As you look ahead to your retirement in Allentown, your spouse no doubt figures heavily into what your plans may be. It goes without saying, then, that your decision to divorce will no doubt have a dramatic impact on those. Yet that impact may go far beyond simply...
How can I save money on divorce?
Because divorce is such an emotional process, many people shy away from talking about the economics of it. The reality is divorce can be extremely expensive, particularly if it is a high asset divorce. Even before you consider the potential expenses of child support...
Property division in Pennsylvania: What you should know
Making the decision to file for divorce is never easy. One of the most difficult parts of terminating a marriage may be property division. Whether you choose to divide your marital property through mediation, or you leave the final decision to the courts, it is...
How does a court determine child custody?
When in the middle of a custody battle, you are at the mercy of the court system. The courts are interests in the best interests of the child, rather than the preferences of the parent. To understand the court’s judgment and to prepare yourself to obtain custody, you...
Should you forego divorce for your children?
Divorce is one of the most painful and stressful events for adults to go through. It is natural for parents to worry about the damage that divorce may do on their children. If you are in this position, you are not alone. However, to stay together for your children, in...
Is custody bias still an issue?
In the past, people would often expect that when it came to custody the court would almost always give women the majority of parenting time with children. This was common because when divorce became more prevalent, it was typical for mothers to be the main caregivers...
Is mediation the right way to handle a divorce?
If you and your spouse are divorcing and cannot agree on the division of your assets and debts, there are alternative ways to negotiate an agreement without having to go to a trial. One of those ways is through mediation. According to DivorceNet, the attorneys who...
