Getting divorced can be a major turning point in your life. You may seek to make other changes at the same time. For instance, perhaps you have always dreamed of living overseas or in a different state. If you and your spouse did not have any children, then moving is...
Divorce
Setting expectations for property division during divorce
Dividing property during a divorce can be one of the most complex aspects of the legal side of this process. In Pennsylvania, property division matters that cannot be resolved without judicial intervention are sorted out according to the state’s equitable distribution...
4 factors contributing to the upsurge in gray divorce
Gray divorce refers to the dissolution of marriages that occur when individuals over the age of 50 decide to part ways, often after decades of marriage. In recent years, the rates of gray divorce have increased, with factors unique to older couples contributing to the...
Who pays off marital credit cards when spouses divorce?
People preparing for divorce often have a lot of questions about the process. They aren't sure what rules apply or what to expect if they take different issues to court. Frequently, uncertainty about economic or financial matters can make people feel relatively...
Is the division of a 401(k) inevitable in an upcoming divorce?
People preparing for divorce have unique goals for the future. Some people want to protect a professional practice that they've built up during the marriage. Goals related to specific marital assets are relatively common. Those who have established retirement savings...
What happens to the marital home during a divorce?
For many couples, the family home is the largest financial asset that they’ll have to address during their divorce. It’s also an asset that comes with considerable emotional ties. Both of those factors can make it difficult to determine what should happen with the...
3 options for a jointly owned home in a divorce
Many couples seek to buy a home together once they are married. It helps cement their relationship and provides a base for the life they wish to build together. If the marriage does not last, that jointly-owned home can become a point of contention. There are several...
Do you have to pay your spouse’s debt after you’ve divorced?
Suppose you’re contemplating or have already filed for divorce; you likely anticipate some complexity regarding the division of your marital assets and debts. One concern you might have is whether you are responsible for your spouse’s debt accumulated during the...
Divorcing after decades is no longer unusual
Divorce is never an easy topic to discuss. However, when a couple has been married for several years, it is often a surprise to everyone when one partner decides to end the marriage. What are some special considerations in a gray divorce? An upward trend While the...
Tips for working through divorce with a narcissist
People who are divorcing have a lot of things that they have to work through. These cases are challenging even in the best of circumstances, but they’re much more complex if one person is a narcissist. If you’re facing a divorce that involves someone who has...