If you are going through a divorce or thinking about a divorce, it is very important that you have realistic expectations of how your divorce case will proceed. Otherwise you may become frustrated with the divorce process and disappointed with your attorney. Most divorce litigants are frustrated with the process because they have unrealistic expectations […]
BEWARE OF THE IMPACT THAT SOCIAL MEDIA CAN HAVE IN YOUR DIVORCE AND CUSTODY CASE
If you are involved in a divorce or child custody case, you should be aware of how social media can impact your case. Use of social media evidence in divorce and custody cases is now very common. While it may seem harmless for one to post a picture or comment on social media, the information […]
ALIMONY, APL OR SPOUSAL SUPPORT
Alimony, Alimony Pendent Lite (“APL) and spousal support are words uttered when the topic of divorce is broached. All three have the same purpose – to support the dependent spouse. Support is the care, maintenance and financial assistance of one spouse to another. “Married individuals are required to support each other according to their respective […]
SHOULD I GET A PRENUP?
The wedding day is approaching, and the couple allocated a year preparing every detail to ensure this important day is perfect. Contracts were reviewed for the photographer, caterer, and DJ. Hours were dedicated to finding the perfect dress, cake and flowers. Money was exhausted on the elaborate honeymoon. The last thing any couple wants is […]
I WANT TO FILE A NO FAULT DIVORCE, WHAT DO I DO?
The first step is to file a divorce complaint. For a no-fault divorce, the plaintiff should file under sections 3301(c) and 3301(d) of the Divorce Code. Section 3301(c) is mutual consent no-fault divorce, which means both parties agree to the divorce. Section 3301(d) can be used to obtain a no-fault divorce when opposing party does […]
4 TIPS FOR PREPARING TO SEPARATE FROM YOUR SPOUSE
Make a list of all property acquired during the marriage. All property acquired during the marriage that exists at separation, regardless of whether the property is jointly titled or individually owned by spouses, is marital property that a court can divide in a divorce case unless a specific exception applies. Make a complete list of all […]
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN NO FAULT AND FAULT DIVORCE
Difference between no-fault and fault divorces: In a no-fault divorce, a divorce is requested on the grounds that the marriage is irretrievably broken. The filing spouse does not point to any wrongdoing on the part of the other spouse. In a fault divorce, a spouse alleges wrong doing on the part of the other spouse. A […]