by Ulmer Law TeamLike most lawsuits and legal disputes, nearly all divorces resolve outside of a courtroom. Most parties can’t justify the costs of a trial in money, time, energy, and stress. How you approach your divorce and its resolution depends on you and your spouse. Divorcing spouses come from all different emotional directions. They may be heartbroken, […]
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What are Your Divorce Options?
Like most lawsuits and legal disputes, nearly all divorces resolve outside of a courtroom. Most parties can’t justify the costs of a trial in money, time, energy, and stress. How you approach your divorce and its resolution depends on you and your spouse. Divorcing spouses come from all different emotional directions. They may be heartbroken, […]
Congratulations! Your Divorce is Final! Now What?
A divorce starts a new chapter of your life. But even after it’s final, your life will not turn on a dime, especially if you share children with your ex-spouse. There will be loose ends to tie up and details to address. Where do you start? What’s in Your Divorce Agreement? The divorce agreement is […]
Can My Husband Make a Will Without My Knowledge?
While many married couples handle their estate planning matters together, they don’t have to. A husband or wife can create a will without the input or even knowledge of their spouse. However, that doesn’t mean that spouses don’t have protections against being written out of the other person’s will or that there aren’t other factors […]
What Can I Do If My Ex-Spouse Ignores Our Parenting Time Plan?
Parenting plans must be handled with good faith and flexibility. Problems arise when a parent acts in bad faith and ignores their obligations. If you feel this is something you’ll just deal with to avoid a confrontation, know that the situation won’t improve by itself. You’ll reach a point where you’ve had enough. In most […]
Why Your Date Of Separation Is Important In A Divorce
In Pennsylvania, your date of separation can be a big factor in your divorce. It may help determine how assets and debts are divided, for example. But many people mistake their date of separation for the moment they officially state they want a divorce. Find out more about why your date of separation is important […]
My Child’s Getting Divorced. How Can I Help?
You may have a good idea of what they’re going through if you’ve been divorced. If not, your child is experiencing a stressful and possibly traumatic experience. They need love, support, and understanding. They don’t need to hear from someone who is judgmental and wants to blame someone. They may have been in a bad, […]
Can My Spouse Force Me to Get a Job After We Divorce?
If you’re awarded or have negotiated spousal support (alimony) as part of the divorce order, whether you work after it’s final may be an issue. Collecting support doesn’t necessarily mean you must work, nor does it necessarily allow you to stop working. It depends on your circumstances. Your spouse can’t force you to work after […]
Pandemic-Proof Your Parenting Time Plan
If you are divorced with minor children, you probably struggled over the last two years. Many parenting plans did not make accommodations for kids in virtual school, daycare facilities closing, and all activities being canceled. We’re too busy to plan for the unexpected, though we know it’s what we should do. If you have a child custody […]
Are You Having a Post-Divorce Housing Nightmare?
Congratulations! It took some work, but you got the house after your divorce. Hopefully, you’ll spend many happy, healthy years there. But you run the risk of nightmares all homeowners may have (raccoons in the attic?), plus some that divorcees in particular face. Surprise! You Have an Open Home Equity Loan! Marital homes and mortgages […]
Don’t Allow Your Ex-Spouse to Be Chronically Late
There could be several dates in a divorce agreement or order. If your ex-spouse is missing deadlines it can make the divorce process more difficult and irritating. This could be an intentional act or your ex could just be disorganized and inconsiderate. Either way, it’s not something you should tolerate. Many divorce issues are date-driven, […]