This blog is for readers who think their spouse may be cheating, spending money on paramours, or moving money into secret accounts before filing for a divorce. This blog is also for readers who think they can get away with being shady and funding separate accounts, living secret lives, opening new credit cards, or conveniently…
Often, clients will give me their text messages to show the court what the other person has said to them. These can be very helpful since anything you say can and will be used against you in court. However, other than to stop putting things in writing that you don’t want shown around a court…
The time has come for your divorce consultation…we are here for you and we are ready! Read on to learn how you can be too! If you’re nervous or anxious about your divorce consultation, you’re not alone. For most clients, their anxiety stems from the unknown or feeling unprepared. While you aren’t required to bring anything…
As much as we would all like to ask for hundred of thousands of dollars per month in child support, it is just not the reality for most. Regardless, let’s dive in and learn more about how certain factors affect the figures we see in child support cases, both large and small. Recently, entertainment headlines…
What if you are going through a divorce but you have been out of the work force for quite some time? How are you expected to pay child care? And how much? In divorce, the court has a way of estimating one’s income whether or not they are currently working. This figure is called an…
In this round table discussion, PSG founders Julie, Shelly, and Tiffany explain why you ALWAYS have to follow a hearing officer’s recommendation…watch the full video below to learn more! If you would like to learn more about the divorce process and explore your options, you should speak with an experienced West Chester attorney. At Potts,…
So you cheated on your spouse and you’re getting a divorce? You might be surprised to learn that this does not affect how you work with your family law attorney. Continue reading below to understand how Pennsylvania law protects both parties in a divorce. It’s a familiar scenario. A potential client sheepishly discloses that they…
Financial support is a common concern in divorce cases. To learn more about the different types of financial support and how they operate in Pennsylvania, continue reading below. 1. What is the difference between spousal support and alimony? Spousal support (and alimony pendente lite) is paid during the pendency of the divorce action and is calculated using an income-based calculation prescribed by…
If you are a co-parent in Pennsylvania and your ex will not make legal decisions, what can you do? In this video, we explore your options. If you would like to explore your options regarding co-parenting, you should speak with an experienced West Chester attorney. At Potts, Shoemaker & Grossman, LLC, our attorneys are prepared…
In Pennsylvania, is it possible to have sole legal custody? Legal custody determines who makes important decisions for a child, such as decisions about education, health care, and religion. In most cases, parents share legal custody of their children. But there are some cases where one parent may be awarded sole legal custody. Learn more…