In a custody matter, the court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) to investigate a dispute and ensure that a child’s best interests are protected. If you are interested in having a GAL appointed to your case, continue reading to learn more about their responsibilities, reasons for appointment, and benefits to your case. What…
Co-parent Counseling: What is it and do I want to do it?
- December 6, 2022
What is Co-parent Counseling? Co-parent counseling is a therapeutic process where you and your ex attend counseling with the goal of improving your ability to communicate with each other and make unified decisions for your children. This is done voluntarily or after being ordered to participate via a custody court order. A co-parent counselor can…
Five Things you SHOULD do in a Custody Case
- November 14, 2022
A child custody case can be an especially stressful time for you, the opposing party, and your child(ren). Everyone’s future can appear uncertain and you may be tempted to act out or even shut down. To give yourself the best possible chance at resolving your case favorably, we suggest giving these five things a try….
Five Things You SHOULD NOT do in a Custody Case
- November 7, 2022
As much as you may want to call out your spouse for their behavior or find some form of revenge for them, these actions will NOT be in your best interest or the best interest of your child(ren). In our experience, avoiding these five things can put you on track to achieving the best possible…
What is a Parenting Coordinator and Do I Need or Want One?
- October 21, 2022
Creating a custody plan requires thorough planning, dedication, and compromise. In high-conflict cases when parents cannot come to an agreement cordially, Parenting Coordinators can be used. Are they right for you and your situation? What is a Parenting Coordinator? A Parenting Coordinator is a trained, certified, and court-appointed attorney or mental health professional assigned to…
Paralegals have a lot on their plate from communicating with clients, drafting briefs, appearing in court, and more. Help them help you by doing these five things every time you work with them. Keep in mind that anything that requires extra time on their part—whether that be reformatting documents, trying to contact you, or organizing…
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- August 18, 2021
4 Things to do Before Filing for Divorce
- May 25, 2021
If you know anyone who has been divorced, or have been divorced yourself, you know the divorce process is stressful and sometimes time consuming. If you are considering filing for divorce, or know some else who may be contemplating divorce, here are my recommendations for actions to take prior to filing a Divorce Complaint to…
Arbitration: Myths and Realities
- April 14, 2021
*This article was originally published in Pennsylvania Family Lawyer, Volume 42, Issue No. 4 MYTH #1: Arbitration costs more than litigation. REALITY: A poorly managed arbitration can cost more than litigation; however, the efficiencies and flexibility of the process offset the added fees for the arbitrator, making arbitration less costly than litigation. The process is streamlined….
Cooperative Divorce – Keep Options Open
- February 27, 2021
By nature, divorce can be, at best, a difficult and expensive process. From the inherent emotionality of child custody and relocation, to the complexities associated with the distribution of assets and spousal support, the legal costs of dissolving the marriage can leave each party with a fraction of the marital estate they created. Litigation costs…