Contentious divorces are very stressful. You may be unhappy about the circumstances that led to your divorce, and this unhappiness can steadily build into resentment. Your feelings might cause you to treat your former spouse badly, and you may even feel justified in...
Divorce
The 20/20/20 Rule
Marriage to a member of the military in Pennsylvania brings with a number of sacrifices. Your service member spouse often must relocate on short notice, or will sometimes receive assignments that call them away for extended periods. Yet these sacrifices are often...
How legal separation works in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is a state that has no formal process for what is commonly called legal separation. If a couple wants to get a court order to end their marriage, then they have to be eligible for and obtain a divorce. Under Pennsylvania law, a couple can each agree to a...
Opening the divorce discussion with children
It is an uncomfortable feeling for people to answer questions about their divorce, especially when they have strong opinions and emotions about their situation. Even more challenging is when parents must inform their children of their decision to separate. Talking...
Are you familiar with these unexpected costs of divorce?
You may feel that you have done a fair bit of research regarding the overall cost of divorce, but there is still a chance that you overlooked a few factors. A single oversight could serve as a serious blow to your budget and future financial health. See what Business...
Why finalize a divorce with a negotiated settlement?
When Pennsylvania couples decide to divorce, they may experience a range of emotions, from anger and confusion to even a sense of relief. Depending on the circumstances leading to the end of the marriage, some people may want to lash out against their spouse or use...
Benefits of filing for divorce
Many couples who are contemplating divorce in Pennsylvania wait until after the holidays to take the first steps. The process of filing for divorce includes speaking to an attorney, filing a complaint and having the other spouse served with the paperwork. In fact,...
How a divorce impacts a person’s business
Most people start out their married life thinking that their love and happiness will last forever. The unfortunate truth is that a sizeable portion of marriages end in divorce. Pennsylvania residents may be interested in seeing how a divorce could impact their small...
Planning to move forward after divorce
When couples in Pennsylvania decide to divorce, they may have a difficult time in the immediate period following the separation. It can be challenging to adjust to a newly single life, especially after a longer-term relationship. Since almost half of first marriages...
Common myths to ignore when ending a marriage
Couples in Pennsylvania may believe that ending their marriages will make their lives better. While this may be true for some, there are several myths about divorce and separation that couples should disregard. One of the big misconceptions is that child custody or...