Pennsylvania Divorce and Family Law

Pennsylvania Divorce Laws

Learn about the basics of divorce in Pennsylvania, from residency requirements to property division.

How Do I File for Divorce in Pennsylvania?

Learn how the reason for your divorce can affect how you file for divorce in Pennsylvania.

Uncontested Divorce in Pennsylvania

Getting divorced in Pennsylvania can be a relatively painless and cheap process—if you qualify for an uncontested divorce.

Grounds for Divorce in Pennsylvania

If you’re filing for divorce in Pennsylvania, you must have a legitimate reason. There are options available to you—but you need to be sure you pick the right one.

Equitable Distribution in a Pennsylvania Divorce

In a Pennsylvania divorce, marital property is divided based on the rules of "equitable distribution.".This means property is divided fairly, which doesn't always mean equally.

Pennsylvania Property Division FAQ's

In a Pennsylvania divorce, property division can be challenging. The way courts decide who gets what may surprise you.

Prenuptial Agreements in Pennsylvania

Talking to your fiancé about what you'll do with property and finances if you divorce isn't an easy topic. However, a prenup can help bring a sense of security in knowing that some tough financial decisions have already been made.

Dividing Retirement Benefits During Divorce in Pennsylvania

Find out how retirement assets are treated during a divorce in Pennsylvania.

Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Pennsylvania

Find out what Pennsylvania divorce law has to say about alimony, including when it can be awarded and for how long.

Adultery in Pennsylvania: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?

If you’re facing the end of your marriage because you or your spouse had an extramarital affair, you might be wondering how the infidelity might affect your divorce. Learn how Pennsylvania divorce law deals with adultery.

Child Custody and Visitation Laws in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania custody laws offer a wide range of options tailored to a child’s best interests, from shared parenting to supervised visits, but how does a judge decide what’s best?

Child Custody and Relocation in Pennsylvania

What happens when one parent wants to move out of state with a child?

How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Pennsylvania

The emotional effects of domestic violence often linger much longer than its physical marks. Both emotional and physical abuse are types of domestic violence, which has lasting effects on families.

Can Children Express Preference in Pennsylvania Custody Proceedings?

When divorcing parents can't agree on a custody arrangement, a judge will have to decide for them. Do familly law judges in Pennsylvania consider a child's opinion when awarding custody? Continue reading to find out.

Child Support in Pennsylvania

Learn how to calculate child support under Pennsylvania's guidelines, when judges might deviate from those guidelines, and how to change existing support orders.

Child Support Enforcement in Pennsylvania

Find out how child support orders are enforced in Pennsylvania and how overdue payments are collected.

Imputing Income for Child Support in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, both parents must provide financial support to their children at least until the children turn 18 or become emancipated, which means they can support themselves. When parents have divorced, separated, or have never lived together, the parent with more custodial time is generally entitled