Delaware County Courthouse COVID-19 Procedures
Delaware County Courthouse COVID-19 Procedures The Delaware County Courthouse is open, but it is not business as usual. During this uncertain time, there are procedures in place to minimize any risk associated with COVID-19. When you arrive, you will wait in line to be screened. The line is spaced with people standing approximately six feet […]
COVID-19 School Choices
COVID-19 School Choices In custody matters, decisions regarding where a child will go to school are legal custody issues. Where parties share legal custody, they must discuss and agree any time a change is to be made with regard to their child’s education. Now, schools are releasing plans to reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, and […]
Not Alone
Not Alone She woke up tired having not slept well the night before. Again. She got up, woke the children, made breakfast, packed lunches, and got the children on the bus for school. She went upstairs to get ready for work. He was still sleeping. She went downstairs and poured her coffee. He’s up now, […]
Is it Really “Cheaper to Keep Her?”
Is it Really “Cheaper to Keep Her?” Everyone has heard that it’s “cheaper to keep her,” but, is it really? Many married couples do not divorce because the unsatisfied spouse is in a better financial position and does not want to risk losing their wealth. While one can expect for their spouse to get at […]
Depression and Anxiety in Custody Cases
Depression and Anxiety in Custody Cases When a party has a diagnosis of anxiety and/or depression, they are often fearful that the other parent will attempt to use it against them in court. If you are in therapy, taking a prescription, or otherwise in treatment for your mental health issues, it is unlikely that they […]
Coronavirus Isolation and Domestic Violence
Coronavirus Isolation and Domestic Violence There are mounting concerns about the impact of the isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and increases in domestic violence. Increased levels of stress mean a higher level of volatility, and with families isolated in their homes, it will be more difficult for victims of domestic violence to seek help. […]
COVID-19 and Travel Concerns in Custody Cases
COVID-19 and Travel Concerns in Custody Cases In the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, what happens if a parent wants to travel with a child despite warnings not to do so? If your child’s other parent wishes to travel with your child, and you object due to concerns about the virus, what are your […]
LGBTQ Parental Rights
When a child is born to a married, heterosexual couple, the law presumes that both the husband and wife are the legal parents of that child. When a child is born to a married, same-sex couple, this is not the case. The law does not recognize the non-biological parent as the legal parent of the […]
What Will Happen if I Don’t Go to Court?
What Will Happen if I Don’t Go to Court? If you are scheduled to appear in court in any family law matter, it is important that you ensure that you are present at the hearing. You may not agree that the hearing is necessary, you may not want the proceedings to go forward, or maybe […]
Changing Your Name After Divorce
Changing Your Name After Divorce If you are getting a divorce or have already obtained a decree in divorce, and if you want to change your name back to your maiden name, it may be easier than you think. A spouse can elect to resume their prior name in Pennsylvania either before or after the […]