Family Law

Philadelphia PA Family Law Attorney Family ties are thought to be the most private and enduring relationships in society. As most can attest, however, these relationships are rarely free from conflict. When domestic issues cannot be solved within the home, family law seeks to restore order and provide a fair resolution for all parties involved. […]

Divorce Mediation

For most people, going through a divorce is an absolutely terrible experience. The legal process of divorce can be emotionally, not to mention financially, draining. Divorce mediation is becoming an increasingly popular way to resolve issues in a divorce in a less adversarial manner which can reduce stress and yield more mutually beneficial results.

Alimony/Spousal Support

When a couple separates they must begin to untangle the lives they built together and move towards a life where each party is able to live separate and apart. Alimony pendente lite (temporary alimony of APL) Alimony and spousal support may be available during the pendency of a divorce action and in certain cases for sometime after a divorce is finalized.

Equitable Distribution

In a divorce, spouses must divide their property between them and if the spouses cannot agree on the division of property themselves, the court will intervene. “Equitable distribution” is the process by which courts divide marital property between the spouses.

Child Support

Each year millions of parents across the country seek judicial intervention in child support matters. Courts generally adhere to an objective process when determining the proper child support amount. Whether you are a single parent seeking child support or a non-custodial parent with questions about your current support order, our family law attorneys can help to ensure that your children receive…

Child Custody

Determining custody of minor children is often a very difficult and stressful situation for parents that are not together, whether it is through divorce or another form of separation. Each state has its own statutory way of determining custody and visitation, which the Courts then interpret when creating a custody and visitation arrangement.

Child Relocation

In Pennsylvania, the Child Custody Act (“Act”) governs all disputes related to child custody. The Act directly deals with the concerns that arise when a parent having primary physical custody of a child or children desires to relocate or move out of the jurisdiction of the Court with the child or children.

Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial agreements are often viewed as the antithesis of romance and as having the potential to destroy the relationship before the marriage has even happened. Many people might feel insulted that their potential spouse wants them to enter into a prenuptial agreement because they presume their fiancé is already planning the divorce.

Civil Union Dissolution

Our dedicated team of Family Law Attorneys understands the complex intricacies that accompany civil unions and same-sex marriages in the current legal landscape. We strive to alleviate the additional stressors that are unique to civil unions and same-sex marriages by staying on top of new cases as they are decided by the Courts and following the statutory developments as they are enacted in this cutting edge area of family law.