If you are in the process of a divorce or are no longer living with the other parent of your child, there are a few issues related to filing taxes that you should be aware of. Keep in mind, your attorney is not an accountant and cannot/should not give you tax advice. Before making any decisions,…
In the month of March, it’s important that anyone in Pennsylvania who has a child support, spousal support or alimony pendente lite order thinks about their unreimbursed expenses from the year before. Almost every support order requires each party to share responsibility for medical, dental, and vision expenses that are not covered by insurance such…
Why your Date of Separation is so important in a Pennsylvania divorce.
- February 21, 2024
When you sit down for a divorce consultation, one of the first questions your divorce attorney is going to ask you is “when did you separate from your spouse?” For some, this is an easy question to answer, as they will remember specific details from that one day back in June 2020 when something happened…
Potts, Shoemaker & Grossman: 2023 in Review
- December 21, 2023
As we close another chapter and step into the new year, it’s a time for reflection and gratitude at Potts, Shoemaker and Grossman. The year 2023 has been a remarkable journey, marked by significant milestones, challenges, and countless moments of triumph in the realm of family law. In this year-in-review, we take a moment to…
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…
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…
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…
Collaborative Divorce – Keep Out of Court
- February 25, 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…
Early Neutral Evaluation – Test the Waters
- February 23, 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…
Arbitration Process: Selecting a Judge for Resolution
- February 20, 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…