March Madness and Family Law: How to Navigate a Tournament of Emotions As March Madness takes center stage, and passionate fans immerse themselves in the excitement that this NCAA tournament brings, it’s important to remember that, in some cases, intense life situations can resemble a high-stakes competition. One such example is navigating the often tumultuous […]
The Graceful Giraffe: Lessons from the Wild for Marriage and Custody In the vast plains of Africa, the admirable giraffe exhibits unique traits that have captivated the hearts of many. With their elegant necks, striking pattern, and gentle nature, giraffes offer a wealth of inspiration to humans far and wide. Surprisingly, a closer look at […]
Exploring the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international agreement that was created to provide a framework for resolving issues and disputes related to child abduction across borders. It has been ratified by over 90 countries, including the United States. This blog […]
The Negative Impact of Using Kids as Pawns During Custody Battles Custody battles can be an incredibly difficult and emotionally charged process, and the tension between two parents during a custody battle is understandable. Unfortunately, some parents will use their children as pawns in order to gain leverage or “get back at” the other parent […]
How to Handle Parental Child Abduction in Pennsylvania Parental child abduction is a heartbreaking reality for many families. If you are facing the possibility of parental child abduction in Pennsylvania, it is important to understand the state and federal laws that apply in these cases. This blog will address what you need to know about parental […]
Relocation: What Happens When One Co-Parent Wants to Move Away With the Child? It’s a common scenario- Jack and Jill get married, have children and then, unfortunately, divorce. Jack and Jill now share custody of their minor children. Jill then gets a better job offer out of town and wants to relocate with the minor […]
Medicinal Marijuana and Custody In April of 2016, Pennsylvania became the latest state to enact legislation allowing physicians to prescribe medicinal marijuana to patients suffering from a list of qualifying conditions. Two years later, Pennsylvania dispensaries opened their doors. While many localities have eased restrictions when it comes to MJ, “recreational” use remains prohibited under […]
Involved in a Complicated Custody Matter? Our Child Custody Unit Can Help! At LaMonaca Law, we have handled hundreds of custody cases. Our Child Custody Unit has extensive experience in custody trials and very involved custody cases. We know your children mean everything to you, so LaMonaca Law wants to make your custody conflicts as […]
How to Find the Right Divorce Attorney Choosing the right family law firm may be one of the most important decisions of your life. In the greater Philadelphia area, there are many great divorce attorneys. Some attorneys work in the family law department within a large firm. Some work in smaller boutique law firms that […]
Is There a Gender Bias in Custody Court? A frequently asked question about custody cases is whether there is a gender bias in custody court. People wonder if a mother will get custody rather than a father based solely on the fact that she is the child(ren)’s mother. The custody statute, which was modified in […]
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