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How to Make the Transition to Third Party Custody

Sometimes, grandparents and other relatives have to take custody of a child in the family. This happens for so many reasons, and is more often than not, in the best interests of the child. Third party custody agreements are covered by the law and will help you step in and take action. Understanding this area of

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Parenting After Divorce: A Guide to Sharing Custody With Your Ex

Did you know that more than 45% of children in the United States will see their parents get divorced?  Divorce is always a challenging process to go through for all parties involved. The experience of divorce can be even more devastating to children. Often, when children learn of their parents getting a divorce, they blame it

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Understanding Third-Party Custody: 4 Things to Keep In Mind

If you’re seeking custody of a child that isn’t yours, you need to know how to approach it.  Whether the child’s parents are deceased or unfit for custody, third-party custody is a way to take them out of a compromising position. When it comes to custody rights, however, it’s rare for a third party ever

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What Do Judges Look For in Child Custody Cases?

In many child custody cases, both parents believe that the mother should have custody of the kids. However, parents don’t always agree and a judge must sometimes step in and decide on custody. The question is, what do judges look for in child custody cases? Read on to learn more about child custody cases. What Is Child

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7 Questions to Ask Your Potential Family Lawyer

Did you know that less than half of all Americans have a will? Most of the people who do are older than 65. However, if you have children or want to ensure your affairs are in order, proper estate planning is responsible. Sorting out your will is only one of many reasons you may need

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How to Create a Child Custody Agreement That Works for Everyone

About 14.9 out of every 1,000 marriages end in divorce. Are you getting ready to go through the divorce process? If you have a child, you have a lot to think about. Divorce can be traumatic for children, especially if the parents aren’t amicable. You need to create the best possible divorce situation for your

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Alimony vs Child Support: What Are the Differences?

Ignore is bliss, right? Not when it comes to divorce. If you and your spouse are considering splitting up, one of the best defenses you can have is knowledge—especially when it comes to the various financial concerns. From child support to alimony and everything between, education is one of the best ways to smartly prepare

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4 Important Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Divorce Lawyer

You’ve probably heard the statistic that around 50% of modern marriages end in divorce. And while that means you’re in good company (and may or may not be true), it doesn’t make the process feel any easier. The only thing that does make going through this easier is having the best divorce lawyer for you.

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Understanding LGBT Adoption in Pennsylvania: Your Rights and Options

Pennsylvania wants you to forge a family. More than 2,000 children were adopted in Pennsylvania in 2020. One reason why this number is so high is LGBT adoption. Pennsylvania has allowed LGBT couples to adopt children for years. Yet this does not mean that the child adoption process is easy. If you’re looking to adopt

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3 Reasons Why You Absolutely Need a Child Custody Attorney

Are you going through a divorce or separation? While this is a stressful time regardless of your situation, it gets even more difficult when there are children involved. In most cases, both parents want what’s best for their children, but when emotions start firing up, it’s hard to see clearly. They often end up putting their

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How Can an Estate Planning Lawyer Help You?

68% of Americans die without a will. Is that you? You know it’s essential, but you’ve kept putting it off. You know that you should plan your estate. But you’re not sure you even need one. Estate planning sounds complicated. You don’t know where to begin. You feel uncomfortable planning for the inevitable. You fear

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