Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Which Parent Decides if a Child can Be Vaccinated?
Life after divorce is never easy, particularly when you have to work with your former spouse and you may have feelings of resentment towards them. When parents get divorced, they do still have to work together in order to ensure the child’s best interests are met. Many times, this only means that parents have… Read More »
Do Not Make These Mistakes During Your High Net Worth Divorce
Divorces are always complicated, but cases involving high net worths are even more complex. Like in any divorce case, the couple involved in a high net worth divorce may make some mistakes that were preventable. Unlike other divorces though, the mistakes made in a divorce that involves a large amount of assets can have… Read More »
Can You Date During Your Divorce?
The question of dating while getting a divorce is one that comes up more often than many people think. It is not uncommon for people to find someone they want to start a romantic relationship with soon after they realize their marriage is over. Whether or not you should date while getting a divorce… Read More »
Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Pennsylvania and New Jersey allow for both fault and no-fault divorces. This means that when one spouse wants to file for divorce, they can do so by citing irreconcilable differences which would mean either consenting to the divorce or being separated for the requisite period of time and seek a no-fault divorce, or they… Read More »
Does Pennsylvania Recognize Common Law Marriages?
Although many people enter into a marriage to make their relationship and commitment and official, that path is not for everyone. Some people are very content to live together as husband and wife, but they do not need a ceremony or a marriage license. These situations are typically referred to as ‘common law marriages,’… Read More »
How to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce
Going through a divorce is never easy, but it is even harder when children are involved. One of the most difficult aspects for parents is telling their children about the divorce. Many people do not know how to start that conversation, how much they should tell their children, and how to reduce the emotional… Read More »
How Long Does it Take to Divorce?
When considering divorce, no one wants to go through a lengthy court battle. This is one reason why so many people put off divorce until they truly believe they can no longer stay in their marriage. In Pennsylvania and New Jersey, there are some waiting times for divorce, but how long any specific divorce… Read More »
Writing a Premarital Agreement? Make Sure It is Valid
Premarital agreements are no longer considered unromantic documents that make divorce inevitable. Today, more and more couples are creating premarital agreements in order to feel more comfortable when entering into a marriage. However, the terms of a premarital agreement only work they are written properly and considered valid by the Pennsylvania courts. If you… Read More »
What You Should Know About Alimony in Pennsylvania
Of all the issues in a divorce, alimony is one of the most contentious. Many people understand that alimony refers to regular payments made by one spouse to the other after a divorce. Although this is true, there is much more to alimony. There are several different types of alimony in the Keystone State,… Read More »
Why You Should Never DIY Your Divorce
Going through a divorce or related issues like custody support and property division, is never easy. Along with the emotional turmoil that comes with any divorce, you may also be worried about the cost. After all, it is a well known fact that divorces are often costly. If you are thinking of ways to… Read More »