When developing an estate plan, it's important to consider all possible situations. Although joint tenancy with survivorship is suitable for many married couples, it doesn't address every case and may leave surviving spouses to deal with Westmoreland County probate or...
Parental alienation can cut parent-child bonds
Divorce can often be difficult for children and parents in Pennsylvania. Dealing with questions of child custody, support and parenting plans can be some of the more challenging and emotional issues that come with the end of a marriage. While it is best if divorcing...
How to deal with a divorce in December
When parents in Pennsylvania divorce during the holiday season, it can color the family's perception of this time of year indefinitely. For a child, it may be stressful spending time with multiple families because of an arrangement that their parents made. However,...
Choosing the right divorce team
There are many issues that divorcing couples in Pennsylvania may have to address. The financial impact of a separation can be just as devastating as the emotional and psychological effects. Therefore, it is important for divorcing spouses to have the counsel of...
Key considerations for your estate plan in Pennsylvania
You want to make sure that you are providing for your loved ones, even after you are gone. A sound estate plan may help to create that security. It is important to know the various aspects of an estate plan and the benefits of each so that you may...
Retired divorcing couples have unique concerns
For Pennsylvania couples at or approaching retirement age, the rate of divorce has escalated, especially as people lead longer, healthier and more active lives. The divorce rate for couples in the United States has seen an overall decline, but for couples over 50...