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From legislative alerts to tips and tactics, the attorneys of Williams Family Law regularly share information and insight on legal issues they see every day. Our Frequently Asked Questions page is also a great place for answers and information. Of course, the best place for answers for your unique situation is a one-on-one discussion with one of our experienced family law attorneys. Contact our office to set an appointment at your convenience.

How Does My Spouse's Debt Affect Me During Divorce?

February 4, 2016

A surprising number of people going through divorce are not aware that "equitable distribution" includes not only the division of marital property, but also of marital debt.

PA Supreme Court Decision Holds Stepfather Liable for Child Support

January 28, 2016

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has issued a landmark decision that may affect whether, after separation and / or divorce, a stepparent is responsible to pay child support to a biological parent.

After a Divorce: Do Stepparents Have Rights and Responsibilities Too?

December 17, 2015

In Pennsylvania, biological parents are not the only people who can seek physical or legal custody of a child.

How to Keep Divorce Details Confidential

November 25, 2015

How can you keep sensitive details of your private life that may be uncovered during divorce proceedings out of the public eye?

What Happens When Parents Fight Over Child Custody

November 12, 2015

Navigating the dissolution of a marriage is challenging enough for most divorcing couples, but for those with children, custody disputes can multiply the level of emotional distress involved.

PA Should Shorten the Waiting Period for No-fault Divorce

November 2, 2015

When clients come to me and tell me that they want a divorce, one of the first questions that they always ask is, "How long will it take?" The answer is "it depends."

Types of Child Custody in PA: What Parents Need to Know

October 29, 2015

Custody of children falls into two categories: legal custody and physical custody. Either may be at issue even if the parents were never married.

What are the Grounds for Divorce in Pennsylvania?

October 9, 2015

Grounds for divorce according to Pennsylvania law fall into two categories: "fault" and "no-fault" divorces.

6 Ways the Supreme Court Decision Impacts the Lives of Same-Sex Couples

July 6, 2015

Last month, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the Constitution guarantees a right to same-sex marriage. Here are six ways that that the ruling may affect the lives of same-sex couples.

Why am I Paying for Daycare in the Summer? Better Check Your Support Order

June 19, 2015

Child support is based on two primary factors: what are the parties' respective incomes or earning capacities and who exercises custody of the children. There are several factors at play, and the concepts are fairly simple, but it's important to understand the elements of a support order.

Post-Retirement Benefits in Matrimonial Litigation

March 23, 2015

Many employers offer employees post-retirement benefits. Some states allow for specific valuation and division of the economic value of such assets in a divorce. Is Pennsylvania one of them?

Why Does She Get to Claim the Kids?!

March 9, 2015

As the April 15th tax deadline approaches, with it comes the inevitable, often overlooked question: "If my ex and I file separately, who gets to claim the children as dependents?"