When a Pennsylvania custodial parent dies, the noncustodial parent may then get custody of the child. However, if the noncustodial parent is a father, establishing paternity must be the first step. Paternity has already been established if the father's name is on the...
Case demonstrates the importance of terminology in divorce cases
Pennsylvanians who are planning to divorce should be aware that their divorce court orders regarding property division may be invalidated if their spouses subsequently file for bankruptcy in certain cases. A recent decision in Georgia illustrated the point that family...
Did you forget to include Fido in your estate plan?
When you think about estate planning, the usual questions come to mind: what happens to your money or property when you pass away, who should be named a guardian for your minor children or what kind of funeral arrangements you prefer. There are some common mistakes...
Divorce rate among baby boomers increasing
Pennsylvania couples who are 50 years or older may be interested in learning that the divorce rate has doubled over the last three decades. At the same time, however, the number of younger couples that are divorcing is actually decreasing. For every 1,000 married...
Estate planning tips
Without a proper estate plan, litigation and taxes may take a toll on inherited assets. However, there are certain things Pennsylvania residents can do to ensure that their estate will be handled in the manner they prefer. A comprehensive inventory should be conducted...
The duties of those named executor of their parent’s will
Pennsylvania residents who have been appointed to execute their parent's will have a large responsibility of ensuring their parent's last wishes are fulfilled. Executors should take time to review the will with their parent, if possible, to make sure their...
