Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What is Bird Nesting? A New Approach to Custody
Bird nesting is a novel approach to custody that puts the children’s needs first. Instead of children visiting parents at different homes, the children get to keep the home and the parents rotate in and out of it. In other words, when it’s one parent’s time to visit, the parent does so in the… Read More »
Tips on Navigating a Successful Uncontested Divorce
Pursuing an uncontested divorce can save you precious time and money. When you and your spouse can agree on all the fundamental aspects of your divorce, your divorce will proceed quicker and reduce the amount of legal fees you owe. However, coming to terms with your ex is not easy. You will need to… Read More »
Dividing Marital Debt in a Philadelphia Divorce
According to Pennsylvania law, the division of marital debt is handled the same way as the division of marital property. This means that both spouses are generally responsible for any debt they acquired during the marriage. This is true regardless of which party incurred the debt. In this article, the Philadelphia divorce attorneys at… Read More »
Keeping Costs Low with an Uncontested Divorce: What to Avoid
Uncontested divorce provides for a streamlined divorce process. When the couple can agree on all major aspects relevant to their divorce, they can present the court with a divorce decree and reduce costs related to legal fees. In this article, the Philadelphia divorce lawyers at The Law Offices of Lauren H. Kane will discuss… Read More »
Common Obstacles to a Successful Divorce
Most divorces aren’t like the type you see dramatized on television. Television portrays high-conflict divorces because those are more interesting than your average divorce. However, divorce can be an emotionally charged affair, and there are certain actions spouses can take to make it more stressful. In this article, the Philadelphia divorce attorneys at the… Read More »
Dividing Debt in a Philadelphia Divorce
In a Pennsylvania divorce, all property acquired during the marriage is considered property of the marital estate. The same holds true for debt. Any debts incurred during the marriage are the responsibility of both parties regardless of which party incurred the debt. In this article, the Philadelphia property division attorneys at the Law Offices… Read More »
The Differences Between Legal Separation and Divorce
The decision on whether or not to separate or divorce is a difficult one. While we cannot make that decision for you, we can help you reach a conclusion on what the best course of action is for you personally. In this article, the Philadelphia divorce attorneys at The Law Offices of Lauren H…. Read More »
Uncontested Divorce: What is It and How Does It Work?
Divorce will always be a stressful experience for both parties. Some couples, however, will want their divorce to end on good terms. This can be due to the fact that the couple has children together or the decision to divorce has been reached mutually by both parties. In Pennsylvania, you can pursue a divorce… Read More »
What is a Mutual Consent Divorce in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, there are two main types of divorce: contested and uncontested divorce. A contested divorce occurs when the two spouses cannot agree on all aspects of their divorce. Outstanding issues could include child custody, asset distribution, alimony, child support, and more. A mutual consent divorce occurs when the parties can agree to all… Read More »
Does the Child’s Preference Factor into a Court’s Decision When It Comes to Child Custody?
If you are currently in a custody dispute with your former spouse, you may wonder whether or not your child’s preference factors into the court’s decision to award custody to one spouse or the other. Is a child allowed to tell the court which parent they would prefer to live with? The answer is… Read More »