Many child custody battles are contentious because one parent has issues with alcohol, and the other parent doesn't trust them with the kids. Even if a parent has struggled with alcohol in the past and is now in recovery, trust is not rebuilt overnight -- particularly...
Family Law
Post-divorce modifications in Pennsylvania
For many, receiving the news that their divorce has been finalized comes as a huge relief. However, if the terms of the divorce were not what you wanted, you may feel frustration and anger instead. The good news is that it can be possible to change the terms of the...
Pennsylvania joins other states using collaborative law
Anyone who has been through a divorce can testify that it's one of life's most difficult challenges. Spouses can end up in bitter disputes even when their feelings remain cordial if not romantic. Parents can get so wrapped up in trying to start a new life that it's...
Nothing is more important to consider than your kids when divorcing
As family law attorneys that have served Erie residents for many years, we know how important family is to Pennsylvania parents. Children are everything and nothing is more important than protecting their physical, mental and emotional well-being. When divorce enters...
Three Examples of Parenting Time Interference
Your ex must abide by the parenting plan and custody agreement that you get in a divorce. These days, courts tend to favor joint custody, so it is likely that the two of you share time with your children. When your ex refuses to cooperate with the agreement and...
When is it time to change a custody and visitation order?
A custody and visitation order is an essential part of your family life after a separation or divorce. The matter is challenging and delicate. Finalizing the agreement was no easy feat: It took time, serious consideration and compromise from both you and the other...
5 tips to follow when you start co-parenting
You do not stop being a parent when you stop being married. If anything, you may become even more conscious of your parental role because the situation gets more complicated when you do not live together. Your goal should always be to make things go as smoothly for...
Four tips if you are expecting a child custody battle
Child custody battles often happen when parents cannot agree and will not accept a compromise. For instance, both parents want sole custody, and neither one will agree to a joint custody plan that keeps them both involved. In the end, the court will likely have to...
Regaining Custody of Your Child in Pennsylvania
Going through the loss of the custody of your child is a heart-breaking process. As a parent, it can be traumatic because it is something that you probably felt powerless to prevent. Whatever the reason for you losing custody of your child, it is important to remember...
Four things you should not do while fighting for custody
Custody battles are hard. They are emotional. They are challenging. You need to know exactly what you should do every step of the way, especially if you are afraid of losing custody of your children. On top of that, though, you need to know what not to do. One mistake...