Monthly Archives: May 2024
Study Reveals the Most Often-Cited Reasons Behind U.S. Divorces
While every state in the country allows for no-fault divorces, that doesn’t mean that the couple wasn’t in conflict when they chose to divorce. It just means that neither party blames the other for the breakdown of the marriage in court. Nonetheless, according to a Forbes Advisor Survey, couples cited the most commonly reported… Read More »
Understanding Uncontested Divorces in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, an uncontested divorce occurs when both spouses agree to the essential elements of a divorce. It is also called a mutual consent divorce or a “no fault” divorce. In this situation, both spouses agree to part and dissolve their marriage and fill out the necessary paperwork. An uncontested divorce can significantly shorten… Read More »
Does a Child’s Preference Matter in a Pennsylvania Custody Dispute?
Child custody disputes are among the most contentious issues in a divorce. You may be wondering whether or not your child’s preference matters to the court when it comes to deciding who they will live with. The answer is that it depends. In Pennsylvania, child custody is determined based on 16 discrete factors that… Read More »