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Are No-Fault Divorces Coming to an End in Pennsylvania?

Recently in the news, there has been talk of eliminating no-fault divorces. Attorneys are concerned this will lead to lengthy divorces, unnecessary court involvement, and costly expenses. Often clients will call and ask for a...more

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Seven Myths about Getting Divorced in Arizona

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We often see family law clients who have misconceptions about divorces. These misconceptions impact their decision-making. We are going to debunk common myths about divorce in Arizona to provide clarity and empower...more

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DC’s New Ground For Divorce and Legal Separation – There’s No Waiting Period and No Separation is Required

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DC has long been a no-fault jurisdiction when it comes to divorce and legal separation. However, both required a period of separation – until now....more

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Supreme Court Weighs Another “Who’s Ya Daddy” Case with “Mixed” Results.

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It can go without saying that relationships are in a state of flux these days. In 1980 less than one baby in five was born outside of marriage. Today it’s 40%. Until 1980 you couldn’t get a divorce without proving your spouse...more

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Jewish Divorce Talk: Episode 6 - “Let’s Gett Serious” Talk

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In this thought-provoking episode, Nathan Gettisberg of the podcast “Let’s Gett Serious” joins host Eliana Baer to explore the multifaceted dynamics of marriage and divorce in the Orthodox Jewish world. Nathan, whose...more

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New Grounds for Divorce: Will Revised Rules Truly Make Maryland a “No Fault” State?

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It will be much simpler to get divorced in Maryland starting this October. Maryland couples will be able to divorce without a physical separation (i.e. needing to reside in separate households) or waiting period thanks to...more

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No-Fault Legislation Will Reduce Stress, Cost of Divorce

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On 2 March 2022, the Senate passed legislation aimed at reducing the stress and cost of obtaining a divorce by introducing “no-fault divorce” to Bermuda. This legislation will be the first of a “raft” of reforms that aim to...more

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Divorce In Washington – Cheating And Infidelity: Why Washington State Is A No Fault Divorce State

Too often, infidelity plays a role in the demise of a marriage. The spouse who was cheated on will likely (and understandably) be angry. But can that infidelity be used against the cheating spouse during your divorce? In...more

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There Is Such a Thing as a Good Divorce

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Few areas of our lives have been unaffected by the ripple effects of the pandemic and relationships are no exception. Health and financial worries are well-known stressors on any marriage, but COVID-19 restrictions also...more

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Demystifying Myths About Dividing Assets in Divorce: Part 2 – The Treatment of “Personal” Assets

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“What’s mine is . . . yours?”  Welcome back to the long-awaited second part of my series on demystifying myths about asset division in divorce.  I started this incredible year by addressing the most common of...more

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Demystifying Myths about Dividing Assets in Divorce: Part 1 – The Affair

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First of all, to our past, present, and future readers, we want to thank you for reading and wish you all a very Happy New Year! We hope that our articles provide you with some new insight and perspective, as well as the...more

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Grounds for Divorce – Part 1 – Irretrievable Breakdown

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General Laws c. 208, § 1A and G. L. c. 208, § 1B comprise the two Massachusetts no-fault divorce statutes, which allow for divorce on the ground of “irretrievable breakdown” of the marriage. In order to obtain a divorce in...more

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New state law will cut divorce wait time in half

The anxiety, acrimony and expense of a no-fault divorce may diminish after a new state law takes effect in December. Act 102, signed by Gov. Wolf earlier this month, rolls back the waiting period for a divorce from two...more

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Making The Divorce Process Easier For Victims Of Spousal Abuse

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Pennsylvania allows parties to a divorce action to seek both no-fault and fault divorces. While fault remains available, the overwhelming majority of divorces are granted under no-fault grounds. The statutory framework for...more

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The Ashley Madison Hack — Will It Cause Couples To Divorce?

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Everyone is speculating that the Ashley Madison hack will mean an increase in business for divorce lawyers. This remains to be seen. However, the real question is what happens if your name appears on the list of users? And...more

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