Child Custody

These days, everybody is connected to social media – and it can play an important role in personal relationships and development. But, how young is “too young” to have a social media presence? The use of social media can negatively affect a child’s well-being, privacy...

When Pennsylvania parents with minor children decide to divorce, their custody issues are often among the most hotly-contested aspects of their divorces. Parents may actively seek as much time as possible with their children and may find it impossible to cooperate...

Over the past few decades, the world has become increasingly interconnected via electronic means. With the rise of diversified ways of connecting electronically, virtual visitation has become an important feature of many parenting plans, especially in situations where...

Pennsylvania custody orders provide guidance for the division of parenting time and parental authority. Typically, parents do their best to abide by the terms outlined in their custody orders. Sometimes, the terms are general enough that parents can continue using a...

After a divorce, parents tend to divide child custody rights. This could include the physical custody of the child, often referred to as parenting time. It can also include legal custody, which is often referred to as the decision-making power that the parents have...

When you are going through a divorce and there are children involved, part of the process will involve coming up with a parenting plan. This plan will guide how you and your spouse will share the custody of the child. It will also determine how decisions regarding the...

Shared custody arrangements can create a lot of emotional strain on everyone in the family. Adults have to implement new schedule and adjust to only having their children a fraction of the time. They also need to frequently interact with a former partner, which can be...

Custody matters are often the most emotional aspect of a Pennsylvania divorce. The personal nature of custody negotiations often mean that parents find it nearly impossible to cooperate with one another and compromise. If the adults in a family can't reach an amicable...

Co-parenting during the school year brings unique challenges requiring careful planning and collaboration between parents. Balancing school schedules, extracurricular activities and teacher communication can be complex. Focusing on key strategies allows co-parents to...

Whether you and your child’s other parent are generally on good terms with one another or not, there is no denying that co-parenting is a stressful endeavor. Even adults who reside in the same household and share a romantic relationship can have a challenging time...