Entries by Jennifer Gardella

Filing Taxes After a Divorce

Going through a divorce is stressful for so many reasons. From figuring out how to divide marital assets to coming up with child custody agreements, divorcing couples face their fair share of stressors. The stress doesn’t end once a divorce is final, either. Filing taxes after a divorce can create a new wave of stress […]

Prenups and Alimony: What You Need To Know

More Americans are open to signing prenuptial agreements than ever before. A 2023 Harris Poll revealed a surprising statistic: About half of adults would consider signing prenups if their partners asked. Will you and your soon-to-be spouse sign one? Before you enter into an agreement, learn about some key factors pertaining to prenups and alimony […]

File First or Negotiate First?

After coming to terms with a divorce, the next part of the process is the negotiation stage. You may find yourself preparing mentally by asking questions as you try to determine a proper course of action. One critical part of this process is the initial filing. If you’re wondering, “Should I file or negotiate first?” […]

The Role of Experts in Child Custody Cases

Following filing a child custody case, the court has limited information about the case, which often leaves parents feeling confused and unsettled. A judge’s knowledge only extends as far as the custody disagreement. It then becomes the court’s responsibility to thoroughly review all case-related information to determine the proper course of action. They accomplish this […]

Grieving After Your Divorce

After going through a divorce, friends and family routinely ask if you’re “relieved” that the process is over. You might smile and nod, wanting to be agreeable. However, the truth for many people is that “divorce grief” is real and very present for a long time after the fact. This is your reminder: it’s perfectly […]

Seeking Revenge Through the Divorce Process Can Be Costly

People go through a variety of big emotions during the divorce process. Although anger is a common emotion, it shouldn’t solely drive your reasons for seeking divorce. Are you angrily filing for divorce right now to seek revenge? Read on to learn why that approach may end up being costly for you. Harming Your Chance […]

Legal and Illegal Prenuptial Agreements

Creating a prenuptial agreement before a marriage is an excellent idea. It protects your interests in the event that you and your spouse divorce down the line. It also prompts you and your spouse to communicate about important issues like finances, property, and shared bank accounts.  But you must understand the difference between a legal […]

Follow Your Divorce Decree to the Letter

Your divorce decree exists for a reason. It provides tangible evidence of the terms your spouse agreed to in the divorce.  You may be tempted to give your spouse wiggle room when it comes to alimony payments, child support, or asset distribution. However, straying from the divorce decree may only hurt your financial outcomes and […]

Financial Problems in a Divorce – Financial Abuse

One of the more challenging steps in the divorce process is separating your finances from your spouse’s. Nearly every divorcing couple in Bucks County experiences some tension around the division of assets. However, some individuals exhibit abusive behaviors that make this process more arduous.  Knowing what constitutes financial abuse can help you recognize and address […]

PA Divorce – Forced To Pay for College?

Divorcing your spouse raises many questions about how you will handle future tasks involved in raising your child. One important question you need to consider now is: “How will we handle paying for our child’s college education?” Some states have laws requiring parents to contribute to payments for higher education. Learn how these laws affect […]