How to Legally Change Your Name
Legally changing one’s name is a much more common event than you might initially think. People seek to change their legal name for a myriad of reasons, such as getting married or getting divorced. Depending on the circumstances under which you are changing your name, you may need to file a petition with the court […]
Read MoreHow is Child Custody Determined in Pennsylvania?
There is nothing more important than spending time with your child. This is why determining child custody is often one of the most challenging and difficult decisions for parents to make. If both parents are unable to present an acceptable parenting agreement, the courts will intervene. In today’s blog, we take a look at how […]
Read MoreWhat is Mediation and How Can It Help You Resolve Your Case Right Now?
By: Mara Hershberger, J.D. Half of Pennsylvania is shut down until June 4, 2020, at the earliest. This means courts are closed and your personal injury lawsuit or domestic relations issue cannot be litigated. Likely, your dispute will not go to court for a while due to a backlog after courts re-open. If you would […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 Effects on Legal Issues
By William E. Moore, Esquire Even though we are all pretty much quarantined for what seems like forever, life continues on. There have been positive and some negative influences on the types of new cases appearing at our offices. Crime is down! We can all agree this is good for our communities. Bars and restaurants […]
Read MoreWhat Happens in a Divorce?
Although some surveys now indicate that a majority of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce, the exact divorce process for a couple will depend on their particular circumstances. For example, couples who have not been married long and who do not have children together or significant assets will often have a shorter, less-complex divorce […]
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