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Some divorcing or divorced parents take a co-parenting approach called #nesting or #birdnesting, which keeps the family residence intact as a home. The parents rotate living with their children and living in separate residences instead of moving the kids around. https://zurl.co/zX9U

These tips can alleviate some of the stress and pressure that comes with shared custodial arrangements during the holidays, so divorced parents can better focus on their children. https://zurl.co/JHCL #HolidaySeason #Divorce #Custody #KeepingthePeace

How do you know if your divorce is contested or uncontested? We break down the difference: https://zcu.io/KlWf #Divorce #PAdivorce #DivorceLaw #ContestedDivorce

Our firm is constantly in contact with our clients to make sure that every question and concern is addressed throughout the process of resolving their legal matter.

If you’re thinking about getting divorced, it makes sense to wonder how much money the process is going to cost you. Here’s how it adds up, and what you can do to help keep costs low: https://zcu.io/wCFg #Divorce #PAdivorce #DivorceLaw

When 7-year-old Kayden Mancuso’s father killed her in his Philadelphia home last year, her mother vowed to take action. Kathryn Sherlock and her husband met with Gov. Wolf to seek support for Kayden’s Law to better protect children from parents with documented histories of abusive behavior. Here’s what the legislation would do if passed: https://zcu.io/kzyb #KaydensLaw #Custody

Firm partner Diana Schimmel spoke at the Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges on the topic of grandparents' and third-party rights. More 100 people from across the state were in attendance for her presentation, which focused on the update to the custody law that expanded standing as a result of our state’s response to the opioid crisis and the expanded opportunities of same-sex couples to build families.

If you and your soon-to-be spouse have decided to file a prenuptial agreement, you have already taken the first step toward smart future financial planning. Here are five steps to a strong prenup: https://zurl.co/Itsf #Prenup #PrenuptialAgreement #Weddings #Marriage

Many state courts address the filing of income tax returns in divorce situations. Trial courts have discretionary authority to compel parties in divorce proceedings to file joint tax returns. However, similar authority does no exist with respect to filing gift tax returns. Here's what you need to know: https://zurl.co/6YW3 #GiftTax #Taxes #Divorce #IncomeTax #IRS

I was recently approached by a woman who asked whether she could still adopt a child at her age. Because she and her husband were over 50 years old, she was concerned that adoption would not be an option for them. They were willing, able, and excited to care for a child, but feared that the process would prevent an older couple from taking on the responsibility. My answer: https://zurl.co/8W5H #Adoption #Adopted

We're in the middle of a divorce spike. Here's why researchers believe more people take the leap to dissolve their marriages during this time of year. https://zurl.co/0VuU

If you were born in New Jersey and you were adopted, there are state laws that allow you to obtain certain information about your birth and biological parents. Here are the details: https://zurl.co/ivkT #NewJersey #Adopted #Adoption

Partner Melinda Previtera presented "Prenups 101" to a room of business students at The Wharton School in Philadelphia. Thanks, @WhartonSchool, for hosting this talk!

Back-to-school season is upon us! Take a look at the Petrelli Previtera Schimmel, LLC's September newsletter for some tips for divorced parents handling this time with their children and ex. Posted by Petrelli Previtera Schimmel, LLC