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A recent report by the Pennsylvania Department of Health revealed some interesting trends in divorce in the commonwealth over the years. The report, released in May, tracked the number of marriages, divorces and annulments in Pennsylvania from 1950 through 2017.
The new tax law has reduced many options for alimony deductions. However, a recent court case revealed a surprising one that still qualifies (for now, anyway).
Divorces that may be settled amicably now have a new law in place to regulate them.
Where you live could dramatically affect how much child support you pay or receive.
The new tax law goes into effect on January 1, 2019 with some significant changes for divorcing couples.
As more women become breadwinners for their families, a growing number are paying alimony and child support following a divorce.
In addition to the recent statutory changes regarding the class of individuals who have standing to seek physical and legal custody of a child, Senate Bill 844 has also redefined the circumstances under which grandparents can seek custody of their grandchildren.
Last month, the Pennsylvania statute setting forth the basis upon which an individual who is not the parent of the child may seek physical or legal custody of a child was amended.
While divorce is final, you must take some steps to fiscally disconnect from your ex-spouse.
The waiting period for no-fault divorces... that is, being able to divorce your spouse without his or her consent... just got shorter.
The Trump Administration’s federal tax-reform legislation would eliminate a host of current tax deductions... and dramatically change current alimony law.
As a Pennsylvania family law firm that is dedicated to healthy family outcomes and protecting children’s futures, we are committed to giving back to our community in meaningful ways, such as supporting the recent Marine Corps–Law Enforcement Foundation Annual Philadelphia Dinner and Gala.
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