A custody order outlines the division of parental rights and responsibilities for a family. The terms of a custody order usually reflect either the result of negotiations between the spouses or the determinations of a family law judge. Parents typically have to...
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3 common mistakes people make when drafting a will
A will might be the only estate planning document that someone creates. It might also be the foundation of a broader, more robust estate plan that includes multiple different documents. Regardless of what someone hopes to achieve by drafting a will, they need to...
Can you reclaim commingled assets before a Pennsylvania divorce?
When you’re married, it can be easy to mix up marital and separate assets when making investments or depositing funds in various accounts. Commingled assets can be a source of anxiety when you realize that your marriage might be headed for a divorce. Dividing marital...
Tips for telling your kids about your divorce
A decision to divorce is a significant matter. For parents, taking the time to plan for how to tell their children is a primary concern during this decision-making process. Because this is a major change for the children, it’s critical that the parents put their needs...
Choosing the right agent when drafting powers of attorney
Wills allow people to name beneficiaries to receive their most valuable property. The instructions someone leaves for the distribution of their property can influence the standard of living for their loved ones and also their final legacy. Wills are important estate...
Introducing your new romantic partner to your ex-spouse
Engaging in a new, healthy relationship post-divorce can be a truly joyful experience. It can serve as a fresh start of sorts. However, as a divorcee, it’s crucial to acknowledge that you don’t live in a vacuum; a new relationship is bound to influence your extended...
When children are not prioritized during divorce
Of all the casualties of divorce, children suffer the most. Their lives are impacted by decisions in which they had little, if any, say in the monumental, life-changing event. The ensuing trauma will likely affect them for years, if not the rest of their lives....
How grandparents can leave a legacy for their grandchildren
Some people say that parents who succeed for long enough graduate to be grandparents. There is certainly a special kind of joy to be had in developing a rich bond with the next generation of one's family. Grandparents and grandchildren often have a very unique,...
3 important inclusions in your estate plan as a new parent
As a parent, you expect your children to outlive you, and you likely anticipate needing to provide for them for the rest of your life. Such as the nature of the parental relationship. Not only will you need to think about your children's needs for the rest of your...
3 benefits of legally adopting your stepchildren
Technically, your stepchildren become a part of your family the moment you marry their parent. While they may not be your biological children, you will probably still feel responsible for providing for them financially. Additionally, you will most likely provide your...