Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Was There an Increase in Divorces in 2020?
The COVID-19 pandemic turned this year on its head and it seemed as though nothing was as it once was. At the beginning of the pandemic, people started speculating that by the end of the year, there would have been an increase in divorce cases throughout the country. So, did divorces really spike this… Read More »
Why is Divorce so Common in Subsequent Marriages?
Many people want to take a second chance on love and so they enter into a second or third marriage. Unfortunately, the odds are stacked against subsequent marriages. While it is true that approximately half of all first marriages end in divorce, the stats are even worse for those that have been married before…. Read More »
The Most Common Financial Mistakes Made in Divorce
It is a new year and many people are looking forward to putting 2020 behind them and focusing on tasks they may have put off during the pandemic. For some, this may include starting the process of divorce, particularly now that the courts have reopened in some capacity. Just as there are certain steps… Read More »
What Happens if You Ignore a Divorce Complaint?
Divorce is a legal process and as such, there are very specific steps a person must follow. The person that wishes to file for divorce first will file a complaint with the court, which triggers the start of the case. Once the complaint is filed, the non-filing party will be served it. In New… Read More »
Three Benefits of Uncontested Divorces
Divorce may not have many benefits for those involved, but there is more than one way to end a marriage in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. While most people imagine a lengthy and bitter courtroom battle when facing divorce, it does not always have to be that way. Couples that can agree on all terms… Read More »
How Long Do You Have to Pay Child Support in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, parents have a financial obligation to support their children, regardless of the relationship a parent has with their child and even in the event of divorce. Even in cases where when one parent chooses to not spend time with their children, or is prevented by Court Order from doing so, a parent’s… Read More »
Unique Issues in Gray Divorces
Many people think that once a marriage has lasted for several decades, it will last forever. Unfortunately, this is not true and divorces among older people are on the rise in Pennsylvania, and throughout the rest of the country. These situations are often referred to as gray divorces, and while they involve many of… Read More »
How to Separate from Your Spouse Without Moving Out
In Pennsylvania, spouses that want a divorce must live separately and apart for at least one year before filing. Fortunately, living separate and apart does not mean living in separate residences. Even if the parties reside under the same roof but lead separate lives and do not have marital relations, the courts will determine… Read More »
Things to Know if You Want to Relocate with a Child After Divorce
Being awarded physical custody of your child brings a relief that many parents hope for when going through a divorce. However, even though the child custody decision is legally binding, it does not mean that your child custody issues are over. Child custody orders are modifiable for changed circumstances. And, since the only constant… Read More »
Do Children Have a Say in Child Custody Cases?
When parents get a divorce, it is not uncommon for their children to state a preference about which parent they would most likely to live with afterwards. For some, hearing this news is devastating, while for their spouse it brings the hope they need during the divorce process. In either case, both parents want… Read More »