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PENNSYLVANIA UNIFORM FAMILY LAW ARBITRATION ACT

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On May 8, 2024, after a four-year effort by the Family Law Section, Pennsylvania’s legislature approved the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act (“UFLAA”), 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. §§ 7371-7398, which will become effective July 7, 2024. The UFLAA received unanimous, bipartisan support throughout the legislative process, and is widely applauded as providing the necessary… Read More »

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What Happens To The Family Pet In A Pennsylvania Divorce?

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Going through a divorce can be an emotionally difficult experience. Even if the couple has decided to amicably go about their separate ways, there may still be a question of who gets to keep the family pet. This issue may be a major source of contention during a divorce, but understanding what a court… Read More »

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SUPPORT AND CUSTODY MATTERS

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In Pennsylvania, actions for support and custody usually occur as separate and distinct proceedings. In fact, these actions may each be heard by a different decision maker. Local rules governing these procedures vary from county to county. Support.  Contested support proceedings usually begin with a conference before a Domestic Relations Officer. The conference is… Read More »

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How Substance Abuse May Impact A Divorce In Pennsylvania

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Substance abuse may have an impact on a divorce in Pennsylvania. Indeed, it is often one of the very reasons why spouses get divorced in the first place. But after one spouse makes the decision to divorce their partner who is struggling with addiction, this subject may continue to play a role in many… Read More »

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What Happens If My Ex Refuses To Pay Child Support?

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Child support can be an important source of income for parents and children. Many parents are more than willing to contribute financially to the support of their children after a separation, and child support is often not an issue. However, there are situations in Pennsylvania in which fathers or mothers refuse to pay  child… Read More »

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Serving Divorce Pleadings

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Serving divorce pleadings is often one of the first steps to initiate a divorce. This can become difficult if your spouse is intent on dodging service.    The best first step in any divorce case should always be to get in touch with a qualified, experienced family law attorney in Pennsylvania. These legal professionals can… Read More »

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Some Tips For Handling Your Children During A Divorce

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Divorces can have a tremendous  impact on the children in the family. So how do you mitigate  this impact? What can you say to your children when you’re trying to explain the divorce? What shouldn’t you say to them? These are all important questions, and they’re probably best answered by a legal professional. Team… Read More »

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Can A Child Testify In A Pennsylvania Domestic Relations Trial?

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A child may have very useful information that can impact a divorce, support or custody trial in Pennsylvania. But will that testimony have an impact? In some cases, minors have crucial information that can help clarify issues. If you believe that your child’s testimony can help you, you might be wondering whether or not… Read More »

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How To Divide Personal Property In A Pennsylvania Divorce

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While most spouses are focused on the big picture items like real estate, investments, business interests, cash assets and bank accounts during a divorce, the little things can generate a surprising amount of disputes. A legal battle over an antique vase might sound outlandish, but it happens more often than one would imagine. If… Read More »

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Fleeing The Country During A Pending Divorce Case

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Divorce cases can put some spouses under enormous pressure. For these individuals, the legal process becomes so distressing that they might rather leave everything behind and flee the country. These individuals may be faced with serious economic losses and other consequences. But how effective is it to flee the country while you’re in the… Read More »

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