If I'm getting a divorce in PA, what approximately the expected child support and alimony?

You’ve asked the million dollar question. Unfortunately, the answer will depend on a number of factors. Alimony itself is a secondary remedy that...

What is considered a 'significant change' that would allow a lowering of child support payment?

Using your numbers, you have roughly 55% of the overnights and Father has 45%, accordingly under these figures his support is already potentially...

Does a person get automatic visiting rights if they're paying child support?

Partial physical custody time (formerly “visitation”) by the non-custodial parent is not affected by the payment or non-payment of support. If...

Is there such a thing as a do it yourself divorce in PA??

You certainly can handle this without an attorney, but having one could ensure things are handled correctly and swiftly. For a basic, one-count...

Child support owed, how can I find his place of employment?

In Allegheny County, once a support obligation gets so far behind it is automatically referred for contempt/enforcement and for an increase of 25%....

Do I have to pay child support if my child lives with me 100%?

You have to follow any existing court Orders. To terminate support due to having sole physical custody would require a Petition for Modification of...

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I don’t see how a drug test is relevant to your PFA hearing. Also, the respective property damage while certainly childish, inappropriate and...

Can someone receive spousal support if they are co-habituating with another person of the opposite sex?

There is an “entitlement defense” to spousal support where there is cohabitation by the spouse seeking/receiving the support. This essentially...

How do i go about filing for joint custody?

You can file a Complaint for Custody and/or present a Petition for Confirmation of Custody. The forms can usually be found at your local court.

Is a child support order retroactive?

Under Pennsylvania law, child support is retroactive only to the date the support complaint was filed. This means the arrears begin to accrue from...