As Pennsylvania slowly begins to reopen, it is important for separated and/or divorced parents to think about how disagreements about children’s activities and travels are going to be handled during the transition back to a normal life. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a high degree of uncertainty when navigating custody Read more…
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every facet of our lives. It has also presented families with unique circumstances and dilemmas. From a family law perspective, there are several issues that may arise for which you may need legal guidance. Below is a list of common inquires that we anticipate addressing Read more…
I am commonly asked when a child support obligation ends in Pennsylvania. This inquiry yields a straight-forward response albeit one with an extensive history and varying results. In typical situations, a parent’s duty to provide financial support for a child residing in Pennsylvania will terminate once the child has turned Read more…
Are you a proud grandparent? Do you wish to have custody rights with your grandchild or grandchildren? Depending on your factual circumstances, you may be able to request custodial time be ordered by the court. Unfortunately, when grandparents call my office, it is often because there has been a dispute Read more…
For many, the commencement of a custody litigation in Philadelphia County begins with the filing of a pro-se (Latin for “on one’s own behalf”) complaint for custody or petition to modify an existing custody order. This is because the format of these filings is completed pursuant to a Court Rule Read more…
For many, the filing of a Divorce Decree provides closure and mental relief. However, the journey doesn’t stop there. After receipt of your Divorce Decree, you may still need to take affirmative steps to protect your rights and interests moving forward. This is just another reason, among the list of Read more…