Protecting assets when getting divorced commonly becomes a priority for spouses who know they must split up their marital estate. However, the process of negotiating a property division settlement also includes discussions of how to split any shared debt the couple...
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How may I keep my pets after the divorce?
Pennsylvania recognizes pets as property, much like your house, car and other assets. During a divorce, you and your spouse must decide on who takes ownership of your pets. When a couple cannot decide by themselves, a family court judge may determine where a dog or...
What do you know about living with your ex during divorce?
While you and your current spouse decided it was good that you divorce, you also decided it was good to remain together in your marital home in Pennsylvania. Do you know how to survive together during your divorce? Divorce Magazine offers tips for navigating living...
How can you bond with your child as a non-custodial parent?
After your divorce, you may worry that you might not bond with your young children if you only share partial custody with your ex-spouse. A recent report by the U.S. News notes that most states receive poor reports related to how much time divorced parents spend with...
How can you prove your date of separation?
When you decide to divorce, it may be hard to prove exactly when a marriage stopped working. In Pennsylvania, determining a date of separation is a legal way for you and your spouse to understand when you both ceased to be together. Divorce and separation According to...
Enforcement of distribution agreements with a noncompliant spouse
You and your spouse have resolved most matters related to your divorce. You have orders detailing the distribution of property, and you have overcome a lot of other issues, too. Going through divorce may have been a long process, but you finally feel it is nearing its...
How will your divorce affect family business ownership?
Perhaps you and your spouse own a family business. Now that you have decided to end your marriage, what will happen to the company? The family business may be your most important asset, whether you founded the company during your marriage or continued to add to the...
What is a Master’s Hearing
The overall divorce rate in the United States is dropping, according to the United States Census Bureau. However, the numbers show part of this is because of the decrease in divorce for younger adults. A 2015 study by Pew Research says that “gray divorces,” adults 50...
The Do’s and Don’ts of a QDRO
Dividing your property in a divorce is often one of the most difficult tasks. While you may agree on the details, handling the legal aspects may be trickier. One of the most common situations that require a bit more work is dividing a retirement account. Whether it is...
What to consider when splitting an IRA in a divorce
Pennsylvania residents and others who have an IRA may have to give a portion of its proceeds to a spouse in a divorce. In most cases, splitting an IRA is an easy process to complete. However, this may not be true if an individual has opted to take scheduled annual...