Posts by Sadek & Cooper
Is Divorce Always Expensive?
As with so many things, when it comes to the law, the answer to whether divorce is always expensive is a solid, “It depends.” Or, perhaps, more accurately, the answer is a solid, “it depends on you.” At least, it depends, in part, on you. And it depends, in part, on your spouse. You can…
Read More7 Bad Divorce Moves to Avoid
It’s easy to make mistakes in any legal matter. It’s especially easy when your emotions are running high, as they tend to do in the middle of a divorce. But sometimes getting a good outcome in your divorce case is as much about avoiding missteps as it is about making good moves. Here’s some common…
Read MoreCan You Sell Your Home During a PA Divorce?
While it’s much more common for a home to be sold after the divorce is finalized, there are instances during which it will be on the market before then. In some cases the judge may order the home be put on the market while the details of the divorce are still being hammered out. It’s…
Read MoreWhy Your Second Marriage Definitely Calls for a Prenup
As Philadelphia divorce lawyers we recommend prenups to any couple getting married at any age. But we are especially adamant about telling our clients to nail down a prenup if they’re pursuing their second marriages. And this is true even if it’s your first and your SO’s second, or your second and your SO’s first.…
Read More4 Signs a Pennsylvania Collaborative Divorce is the Wrong Move
Collaborative divorce sounds like a low-key, friendly, and inexpensive way to get a divorce. And it can be. It can also create major problems if you’re not a good candidate for it. Here’s how to tell if an attempt at a collaborative divorce is likely to be more trouble than it’s worth. See also: Collaborative…
Read MoreHow Mental Illness Can Impact a Custody Case
Given tens of millions of Americans each year suffer from mental illness it’s no surprise the issue comes up in custody cases quite a bit. And in general, the presence of a mentally ill parent can cause stress both to the ill parent (who fears losing their child) and the neurotypical parent (who may fear…
Read More8 Things To Avoid Doing During Your Pennsylvania Custody Battle
It’s extremely stressful to learn your ex is making a bid for sole custody. And when a person is under stress, a person is also prone to making mistakes. Here are eight mistakes you should avoid making if you don’t want to increase your ex’s chances of winning. 1. Dating. Dating can be problematic for…
Read More3 Things You Need to Tell Your Divorce Attorney
While it should go without saying that you should be honest with your own divorce attorney, the sad reality is a lot of clients lie. Embarrassment can cause even the smartest person to start attempting to sweep things under the rug. Look, we already know you’re not perfect. We know your spouse is probably not…
Read MoreWho Gets the Dog in My Pennsylvania Divorce?
If you feel like your pet is a member of your family, you’re not alone. In fact, psychologists have recognized the validity of this statement for a very long time.They’ve noted, for example, losing a pet causes the exact same stages of grief as losing any human family member.And every year, Americans collectively spend an…
Read MoreIs It Ever Worth it to Hire A Private Investigator for your Pennsylvania Divorce Case?
Most Pennsylvania divorcees will be able to get through the entire process from start to finish without ever having to hire a PI for any reason. Yet there are some instances in which hiding a PI can be advantageous or appropriate. Do you think your spouse is hiding assets? Attempts to hide assets are exceptionally…
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