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What Are the Laws in Pennsylvania About How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
In Pennsylvania, a judge will divide the marital property equitably after considering all relevant factors including: (1)The length of the marriage; (2) Any prior marriage of either party; … more
What are Grounds for Divorce in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, a divorce may be granted for fault if one spouse: (1) committed willful and malicious desertion for one or more years; (2) committed adultery; (3) by cruel ad barbarous treatment, … more
When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania Court may grant reasonable alimony if it deems it necessary when considering: (1)The relative earnings and earning capacities of the parties; (2) The ages and the physical, … more

The Difference Between Marriage and Civil Unions
Much is made in the media about the differences between marriage and civil unions but what exactly are those differences and are they significant? People, presumably, get married because they are in love and seek to make a life time commitment to each other. People enter domestic partnerships for the same presumptive reasons. However, a marriage brings certain legal benefits … more
When and How do Courts Order Spousal Support?
When married couples divorce, courts have the authority to order that one spouse pay the other spouse spousal support. Spousal support, which is also known as alimony or maintenance, is meant to protect a spouse’s standard of living. It is usually provided to spouses who have been out of the workforce during the marriage, who have taken part time jobs during the marriage, or … more