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Divorce Attorney in Bethlehem, PA

You’re unlikely to win your divorce on your own, as it is a complex and varied legal procedure with wide-ranging outcomes. However, you can choose a lawyer who is both strong and skilled enough to overcome the challenges ahead and fight for your rights.

Attorney Alexandria “Ally” Crouthamel takes on your divorce and family law problems, allowing you to focus on your life. She understands the struggles you face and listens to your story, seeking to comprehend the issues that matter to you so she can build a plan that makes sense.

How is Marital Property Divided?

Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state. This means that the court attempts to find a “fair” way to divide assets rather than splitting them 50/50, as may happen in a community property state.

In Pennsylvania, the court considers a variety of factors, such as the length of the marriage, each person’s earning potential after that marriage, the role of children and parental responsibilities, what assets each person brought to the marriage, and more.

How Pennsylvania Determines Child Custody and Visitation Rights

When dividing custody rights, the court will consider the best interests of the child. This standard is defined in detail by Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Code.

In general, the court will consider factors such as the child’s relationships with other family members, their school attendance, whether the child has a preference regarding where they live, the child’s relationships with siblings, and the parental roles from before the divorce, among other relevant aspects. The goal is to provide the child with a safe and stable living situation.

Grounds for At-Fault Divorce in Bethlehem

Many modern divorces occur due to mutual consent, when both parties agree that the marriage cannot be saved. In some cases, a divorce can also be obtained with the consent of only one partner if the relationship is irretrievably broken.

That said, Pennsylvania still has “fault” divorce laws. If you are seeking a fault-based divorce, you do not have a one-year waiting period. However, you do need to demonstrate the reason for the divorce. Examples include adultery, a criminal conviction, desertion, continuing indignities, cruel treatment, and other qualified grounds. You are not required to file for a fault-based divorce, but doing so can impact your case, especially when considering child custody rights and property division.

Guidance and Advocacy When a Marriage Ends

Divorce law is a complex area of the law in Pennsylvania. The state has laws governing how assets are divided, whether you can request or be asked to pay spousal support (alimony), and, if you have children, how custody and support will be handled. These laws significantly impact how your post-divorce life unfolds, and you deserve to have an advocate who can provide you with the services you need.

Attorney Crouthamel offers trustworthy representation at every step of your divorce case, including answering your questions about:

If you have been asked to sign a premarital agreement or “prenup,” she can review the document and provide frank, no-holds-barred advice on the pros and cons of this binding agreement for you today and in the future.

Tough. Smart. Compassionate.

There is no question that your divorce or other family law issue will be difficult for you. However, when you have an attorney with a reputation for toughness and perseverance, you can feel assured by that service. You deserve the strength of a lawyer dedicated to you.

Get a free consultation with attorney Crouthamel by calling 610-428-3386 or filling out this online form.

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