If you want to appeal a judges order in family court does it go to the same judge and can you ever switch judges?

Your feelings are not uncommon, however Allegheny County follows the “one family, one judge” rule, meaning once a Judge is assigned, he/she will...

How do I get an ex boyfriend to stop harrassing me

If you resolved your prior PFA through a Civil Consent Order (which vacates the PFA, but provides no contact except as it relates to custody) you...

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In mediated divorce custody agreement Can i agree to pay more in support than would be recommended by the state.

You can agree to pay any amount you wish and can have that amount included in your agreement without having to litigate the issue of support. The...

What do I do about custody?

Perhaps you’re looking for someone to tell you that you will never have to deal with the father and that you will be free to raise the child as you...

Is cohabitation during separation relevant at all as it pertains to APL or child support?

There is an entitlement defense available for spousal support and alimony, but not APL. That is, the primary wage earner can argue that the...

What happens if H & W are separated, no divorce has been filed, no agreement has been signed, and H wishes to withdraw money?

Proceed with caution since, as you know if the new home is purchased with marital assets it may be subject to equitable distribution. Just because...

What penalty could I receive from loosely ignoring a clause in my temporary order?

You would need to have the Order modified if you want to exercise your custodial time in the presence of your girlfriend. Otherwise, you are...

Get out of a vehicle loan/divorce

You can address this issue through a property settlement agreement, which sets forth the assets and liabilities being assumed by each party....

I have two children, a 13 year old boy and 9 year old girl. Is okay for them to share a 10x12 bedroom?

In the past, houses were generally smaller, families were larger and children shared rooms depending on the size of the home and the number of...

Under PA law the best outcome you should expect is one that minimizes your financial obligations to your spouse. As noted above, PA is an equitable...