by Ulmer Law TeamEmotional intelligence (EI), also called emotional quotient (EQ), is a person’s ability to perceive, manage, understand, and use their emotions to guide thinking and behavior, especially in taxing situations. Divorce is one of the more challenging experiences a person can go through, and having emotional intelligence serves to soften the blow. You can maintain emotional […]
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Will Your Spouse Get Your 401(k) in a Divorce?
Divorce in Pennsylvania generally requires you to divide your marital assets, or the assets you and your spouse acquired during the marriage, fairly between the two of you. So what happens to a 401(k) in a divorce? This asset may also be divided under Pennsylvania’s “equitable distribution” policy, depending on whether it increased in value […]
UCCJEA—Enforcing Parenting Plans Across State Lines
Co-parenting across state lines can be challenging. If you and your child’s other parent live in different states after a divorce, understanding how to approach interstate parenting plan enforcement can help you protect yourself. An experienced divorce attorney can also explain your rights and options based on your unique circumstances if you live here in […]
Post-Divorce and Contempt
Your divorce may have involved several types of court orders outlining how you and your ex-spouse will approach matters ranging from child custody to spousal support moving forward. Violating these orders is considered to be in “contempt of court,” which can lead to legal penalties. If your ex-spouse is failing to comply with the orders […]
What Is UIFSA? Enforcing Your Support Arrangement Across State Lines
When your ex-spouse moves across state lines after a divorce, you may wonder how the resulting distance may impact court-ordered child support or spousal support. The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) and related policies protect the enforcement of such orders across state lines. Learn how this act might apply to your case and how […]
Your Divorce and Your Illness
If you have a chronic or long-term illness, going through divorce in Bucks County, PA, might complicate how you navigate healthcare. Considering the impacts the divorce might have on your illness in advance can help you determine alternative solutions and support a smoother transition. Financial Considerations for Divorce and Illness You may have relied on […]
Negotiations and Your Divorce
Ending a marriage after many years can involve complex personal and financial considerations. Here in Bucks County, PA, the property division, child custody, or spousal support process might require ongoing discussions and divorce negotiations before you and your spouse reach a consensus. Many couples begin negotiating and discussing the divorce settlement before actually initiating the […]
Parental Fitness and Custody: What Judges Consider with Drug and Alcohol Use
Pennsylvania courts consider drug and alcohol use as a major factor impacting child custody determinations. Bucks County judges generally want to ensure that a parent is fit to perform their parental responsibilities before awarding them full or partial custody in the event of a divorce. Learn more about how drug and alcohol abuse can affect […]
Adult Children in Your Divorce
Some struggling couples vow to wait until their children have turned 18 to consider divorce. While divorce might be easier on adult children than it is on young ones, it can still be emotionally challenging to come to terms with. Supporting adult children in divorce can help them make sense of this change and understand […]
Emotional Intelligence in Your Divorce
Emotional intelligence (EI), also called emotional quotient (EQ), is a person’s ability to perceive, manage, understand, and use their emotions to guide thinking and behavior, especially in taxing situations. Divorce is one of the more challenging experiences a person can go through, and having emotional intelligence serves to soften the blow. You can maintain emotional […]
Is Your Child Having a Hard Time with Your Divorce?
Realizing that your child is struggling during and after your divorce can be devastating. You wonder how the divorce impacted their mental health and whether you could have done anything differently. Now, the important thing is to focus on how you and your child’s other parent can support them in their struggles. Explore considerations for […]