If you have made the difficult decision to get a divorce, telling your spouse about your decision is an inevitability you cannot avoid. While you may know that you will be happier as a single person, telling someone you once loved that you want to end the marriage is never easy. This is particularly true if you know the news will come as a shock to them. Considering your spouse’s own needs and feelings can actually help during the conversation and ensure that you stay on track when talking to them about it. Below, our Media divorce lawyer outlines some tips that can help you prepare for this d ..read more

If you are divorcing your spouse and have minor children with them, there is a very good chance that one of you will have to pay child support to the other. Family law judges will make decisions regarding the amount of support to be paid according to the child support formula used in Pennsylvania. However, there are instances when judges will deviate from the formula and issue a child support order for a different amount. Below, our Media child support lawyer outlines how the courts calculate support, and the reasons why a judge may deviate from the formula. How is Child Support Calculated in ..read more

It is a common scene in movies and television shows. During a heated argument, one person says they want a divorce and the other spouse immediately packs a bag and moves out of the family home. While this is a common scene in the media, it happens in real life, too. The topic of divorce is a sensitive and emotional one. One spouse may want to escape and take some time for themselves to think things over. Unfortunately, moving out of the family home during divorce is a mistake, and it can ultimately hurt your case. Below, our Delaware County divorce lawyer explains why you should think twice be ..read more

Ending your marriage is an emotional, stressful, and overwhelming process. You may not know the next steps to take, or understand that there are also some mistakes you can make that can make your divorce more costly. Divorce is already expensive enough. While there are some costs you cannot avoid, such as the filing fee, there are ways that you can lower the cost of your overall divorce. Below, our Media divorce lawyer explains what these are. Fighting for the Family Home  There are many issues to resolve during divorce but one of the most common contentious of these involves the family h ..read more

If you have been thinking about ending your marriage, you may have already considered many possibilities. It may also seem as though there is no ‘right’ time to get a divorce. However, as summer approaches, there are many reasons you may want to think about starting the process as the weather gets warmer. While January and February are typically the months when most people file for divorce, there are many benefits that come with starting the process during the summer months. Below, our Media divorce lawyer explains what these are. Extra Time  During the summer months, people often take ti ..read more

If you are about to get a divorce, you may think that you are in for a long legal battle. While that is not always the case, disputes may arise between you and your spouse, and you will likely have many questions along the way. Below, our Delaware County divorce lawyer provides the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we hear. Is it Better to File for Divorce First?  Maybe you and your spouse both know that your marriage is not working. Or, perhaps the subject has never come up but you have been considering divorce recently. Regardless of your situation, legally speaking ..read more

A divorce is finalized after a family law judge issues certain court orders pertaining to the case. One of these orders will address child custody and visitation. While these orders are final and legally binding, not all parents comply with them. People cannot often co-parent in a civil manner and custodial parents sometimes withhold visitation from their former spouse. Some parents may withhold visitation for several weeks, or even years. If your former spouse has withheld visitation, you may feel hopeless. However, you do have legal options, but it is important to know what steps to take, an ..read more

No one wants to ever go through a divorce, but staying in an unhappy marriage is also very unhealthy. If you are thinking about ending your marriage, the process does not have to be long and painful. If you and your spouse have children together, it is even more critical that you try to resolve your issues with as little conflict as possible. This will minimize the negative impact of the divorce on your children, while also laying the groundwork for peaceful co-parenting with your spouse once the divorce is final. Even if it seems difficult to remain civil with your spouse now, there are some ..read more

Today, social media has become an integral part of many people’s lives. When you are going through a divorce, you may turn to platforms such as Facebook and Instagram to lean on family and friends and get the support you need. However, any action you take while going through a divorce will impact your case, and this includes posting to social media. Below, our Delaware County divorce lawyer outlines the most important considerations when using social media during the process. Things to Do on Social Media During Divorce  It is not necessary to avoid social media entirely when going through ..read more

If you are going through a divorce, you may think certain details are minor but in fact, they are very important to your case. The date of your legal separation is one of these. Sometimes, the date of separation is very straightforward, such as when one spouse moves out of the family home. In other instances, though, the date of separation is not as clear. If you are about to end your marriage, our Media divorce lawyer can help you determine what the date of your separation is and why it is important in your case. Understanding the Date of Separation  Pennsylvania law stipulates that when ..read more