How long does a divorce remain in the system if the courts required more info, but doesn't receive it.

Typically, the case will remain active indefinitely. However, some counties will send notices to parties whose cases are inactive for a period of...

My divorce is three yrs in the process...I want to get married again. Can i get a judge to grant my divorce?

If you have been separated for more than two years, you can file for the appointment of a master in order to resolve all outstanding issues. ...

If my son wants to live with his Mother, can she legally request financial support even though I have full custody?

This is a difficult question because the counties where I practice handle this situation differently. In some counties, the court will not award...

Is hearsay evidence regarding paternity admissible in Pennsylvania courts ?

You've asked a very good question. In my opinion, Facebook posts are hearsay, but it is possible to admit them into evidence depending on the...

Protection From Abuse

There is no requirement that you file for child support in order to file for a PFA order. Most counties have a domestic violence center or...

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How would I go about involuntarily terminating my child's father's rights and getting sole custody of my daughter ?

While I realize that you are in a difficult financial situation, it is clear that you are going to have to hire an attorney to file a Petition as...

In child support case, the father was held to more lenient standards than I was. Should I appeal? Is it discrimination?

I would suggest that you meet with an attorney as soon as possible to review the order that was entered so that you can file an appeal before the...

I agree with my colleagues. Once the child is born, you can file for child support and the court will address the issues of medical coverage and...

If you became disabled and you are on disability how does that affect your child support payments if you are behind ?

I agree completely with Attorney McMenamin. The order can be modified back to the date in which you file your Petition to decrease the amount of...

My 1 month old son abandoned my son from birth right after discharge can i get her parental rights terminated?

First, the court will not terminate her parental rights unless it is in conjunction with an adoption. Second, I agree with previous counsel that...