Do I need an attorney present for Family Court (child support) and should I do a DNA test before appearing?

If you did not sign an acknowledgment of paternity at the time your child was born then a paternity test may be ordered unless you sign an...

The father of my child is married, will they include his and her income when considering child support?

Child support is calculated using only the biological parent's income under a straight guideline calculation. Other parties contributions to the...

Divorce lawyer

Sorry for the circumstances you are going through. You need to contact an attorney for a personal consultation to discuss your case in greater...

Shared custody?

In Pennsylvania where I am licensed to practice, the Courts tend to not consider petty disagreements between the parents if it is not affecting...

I was almost hit in my car, sent a text telling me to stop texting her ex ,if I don't she will kill me or cut off my fingers.

You should, without hesitation, report the matter to the police! No one has the right to make physical threats against another person. The police...

Landlord has not followed proper eviction process. Want to file countersuit for wrongful eviction by self-help/retaliation.

Contact a local attorney that can sit down to advise you in private. Document everything in writing. Both parties Landlord and Tenant are subject...

Can the judge count my wife's income for child support?

The Courts in Pennsylvania look at the income of the parents only for support. Your spouses income could be relevant if you have another child...

What is the basis used by PA courts to determine length of marriage.

It sounds like you mean to ask, when the court determines the date of separation for dividing marital property. The short answer to the question...

Do I need to sign a Property Settlement Agreement which is not nullified by the death of either party, should death occur before

If you have an attorney then you need to discuss this further with him/her. That is the proper avenue.

If you have a reasonable fear of imminent serious bodily harm or injury of your child then as a parent, you can seek a protection from abuse. It...