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The decision to adopt a child is a big one. While it can give newfound life to a child without a proper family, it can also change your own family’s existing dynamics. It’ll also lead to more household costs, which can be a major consideration for even financially...
The face of adoption in Pennsylvania has changed dramatically in the last 30 years. Adoptive parents are no longer married, or Caucasian or even childless. The rules in Pennsylvania governing the ability of parents to adopt have changed dramatically. A review of the...
Deciding to divorce is the first step. Once you begin the divorce process in Pennsylvania, you will have many more decisions to make, and some can be incredibly complex. One of the most complicated aspects of any divorce involves property and financial matters. You...
Much like no two relationships are alike, no two divorces are exactly the same either. While the divorce issues present might be similar, the unique factors of the union means that divorce is unique to the couple. With regard to same-sex divorces, these relationships...
Americans in general cherish our freedom to pick up and move, to seek a fresh start somewhere new. This idea may seem particularly appealing after a divorce. However, if you have young children, and have a child custody order in place with your ex, you will find that...
Part of planning your estate involves organizing your assets and deciding how you will distribute them to your chosen beneficiaries. Sometimes this can be as straightforward as naming a beneficiary in your will, but in some cases it may take more careful planning. If...
As people plan for the future in Pittsburgh, they may not be thinking about their passing, but it is an important aspect of life that people should consider. People cannot take their property with them when they pass away. Without any estate plan, they have no...
Divorces are a messy time of upheaval. Besides the emotional rollercoaster, there are the material implications to deal with. In Pennsylvania, property division is done within an equitable distribution framework. This means there’s no assumption of a 50/50 split....
The holiday season is a time when families spend time together to celebrate. Regardless of their religion and personal beliefs, the mere fact that children will be off from school and people will gather lends itself to increased interaction with family members. This...
If you have a child with special needs, you are probably accustomed to taking them to medical appointments and making decisions about their care. But, after they reach age 18, you will no longer automatically have the legal authority to make those decisions under...
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