Archive for the Family Law Category

Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for You?

With divorce rates higher than most would like to admit, prenuptial agreements or “prenups,” as they are commonly known, have become more popular among couples contemplating marriage. Prenups can be a useful tool to protect assets in the case of a divorce.  However, entering into one is a very […]

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Waiting Period For Contested Divorces is Reduced to One Year

On October 4, 2016, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolfe signed House Bill 380, relating to the divorce waiting period.  Historically, under Pennsylvania Domestic Relations Code, if one party to a divorce action contested the divorce, they could theoretically prolong the process for at least two years.  This “waiting […]

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An Overview of Child Custody Relocation in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania law defines relocation as “a change in residence of the child which significantly impairs the ability of a non-relocating party to exercise custodial rights.” 23 Pa.C.S.A. § 5322(a). The law does not specify whether this pertains only to out-of-state moves or if it also applies to […]

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Pennsylvania Child Support Law Update: New Spouse’s Income Considered for Child Support Purposes

Pennsylvania law has long provided that a child support award is determined based upon the income of individuals who owe a duty of support to the child (the parents of the child). However, the Pennsylvania Superior Court recently deviated from that analysis, and considered the income of […]

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