Blog Category | divorce and child custody
What Are the Grounds of Divorce in Pennsylvania?
Ending a marriage is rarely straightforward, and understanding the legal process can ease uncertainty during an already challenging period. At Crouthamel Law, our Bethlehem divorce lawyer routinely assists individuals in navigating the Pennsylvania divorce process by clearly outlining their options and advocating for their interests. One of the first questions...
Dividing Assets in a Divorce: What Happens When You Cannot Agree?
Dividing assets during a divorce can be one of the most stressful and contentious parts of ending a marriage. When spouses are unable to reach an agreement, the process can quickly become complicated and emotionally draining. At Crouthamel Law, our Bethlehem divorce lawyer regularly helps clients navigate disputed property division...
How Do You Divide Property in a Divorce?
Dividing property in a divorce can be complex and emotional. At Crouthamel Law, our Bethlehem divorce attorney understands this phase can be tough, especially when your finances are at risk. This guide explains how property division works and what it means for you. Understanding Property Division in Divorce Cases In...
Does money from before your marriage still belong to you?
Before you got married, you’d saved up a certain amount of money that you brought with you to the marriage. Maybe you had an investment portfolio with $100,000 in it. This was not a marital asset because you weren’t married yet, so it was technically a separate asset that you...
What should you know about property division in divorce?
Going through a divorce is a challenging undertaking for anyone, but it can be more complex for those who have considerable assets. Anyone who’s in this position should be prepared to handle the property division process because this is often one of the most intense aspects of divorcing. In Pennsylvania,...
What could make your prenup invalid?
If your prenuptial agreement is invalid, the court can throw it out during a divorce. You may have been counting on that protection or expecting it. That’s why it’s so important to know in advance if the prenup may be invalid. But why would it be invalid? If both of...
If you get divorced, what happens to your inheritance?
For many people, getting an inheritance from their parents is a path to retirement or financial security. They expect to get a substantial inheritance that can help to fund the lifestyle that they anticipate for themselves. When getting divorced, then, someone who has a substantial inheritance already may want to...
Co-parenting considerations for the new year
As the new year is fast approaching, it’s an opportune time for co-parents to reflect on their parenting strategies and set goals for the upcoming 12 months. That means looking at what worked and what didn’t in your co-parenting arrangement over the past year. This reflection can allow you to...
Pennsylvania’s gender-neutral child custody laws
If you are a parent currently dealing with a child custody dispute, it can help to know what the law stipulates in your state. As you’ve probably already realized, child custody cases can be quite emotional and contentious. Familiarizing yourself with the facts can potentially ease your mind and help...
Why do some parents have sole custody of their children?
The dynamics of family life have evolved significantly over the years. Today, when marriages or relationships break down, it’s commonplace for parents to seek joint custody of their children. Yet, some parents choose to fight for sole custody. There are a host of factors that can contribute to this decision....
Have you been denied access to your children?
In an ideal world, both parents would be able to remain amicable during and after divorce. Unfortunately, the reality can be much different. The prelude to your divorce may have been messy, with constant tension and arguing. Your former spouse may feel like they need to punish you once proceedings...
Don’t overlook the mental toll when you divorce
Deciding to divorce can be a tough decision, and some people mull it over for years. While you can pat yourself on the back for making a choice, you also need to prepare for plenty more tough decisions to come. You’ll need to decide what assets you would like, what...
Where do spouses hide assets in a divorce?
When you divorce, you and your spouse must each present a list of the assets you own. This is so the court can see what there is to divide up. Sometimes, a spouse tries to conceal assets because they do not want to share them. It could be because they...
What does the dissipation of assets mean?
Spouses can get up to all sorts of tricks in a divorce, including a few related to money. One is known as the dissipation of assets. It means one person sets out to squander, or waste marital assets. Why might they do this? To avoid having to share Let’s say...
3 reasons to consider a more equal share of parenting time
One of the biggest issues divorcing parents must settle is how they will share time with the kids. It can often lead to bitter, drawn-out battles that benefit neither the parents nor the children. Many courts and parents are now realizing that a more equal split can be advantageous. Here...