In Pennsylvania, what is included under the term "legal custody"?

There is a clear distinction between "legal" custody and "physical" custody. As the other attorneys herein have stated: a person having "legal"...

I agree with Attorneys Sipe and Lento - a petition for contempt, preceeded by a letter to the other side warning that further noncompliance will...

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I agree with Attorney Thomas. There is absolutely no bail in the juvenile system. Understand, however, that a juvenile who is detained for an...

Changing from Sole to joint custody?

I agree with Attorneys Ray and Rick on many of the suggestions they've offered, but be careful with how you proceed, particularly as it relates to...

Can A man file something on a woman if he thinks a child is his?

Pennsylvania law allows him to file a Complaint to Establish Paternity. There are many other issues to consider, however. How old is the child? ...

Does the court take the spouse's income into consideration if the couple are married and the mom does not work but is taking ex

Your question is not clear. You say that "mom does not work." Is the spouse that you are referring to mom's spouse who is NOT the parent of the...

My exs lawyer got permission to withdraw from the divorce proceeding. We have a hearing in front of the master on the 28th.

Your question - "what happens if she shows up at the masters hearing without representation?" -is answered most easily as Mr. Dolan stated. The...

What do I do if a custody case has been continued? The hearing was for today but I received a call saying it was continued.

There are so many issues that are inherent in the situation you have briefly described that it is very difficult to even begin addressing your...

The answer to your question - "is this a crime that a judge may consider" - is yes; a judge will consider this if she is convicted of the crime(s)...

My 14 year old little brother was charged with attempted robbery, what can happen to him?

Being adjudicated deliquent on a felony attempted robbery charge at age 14 is a very serious matter. You should consult with an attorney who...