By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire In honor of National Adoption Month (November), I am launching this month a ten part series on Adoptions in Pennsylvania. The third piece in this series focuses on the question: does the child need to consent to the adoption? If you are interested in an adoption, I encourage you to … Continue reading Series on Adoptions: Does the Child Need to Consent to the Adoption?
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Series on Adoptions: What is the Procedure/Process for an Adoption in Pennsylvania?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire In honor of National Adoption Month (November), I am launching this month a ten part series on Adoptions in Pennsylvania. The second piece in this series focuses on the question: what is the procedure/process for an adoption in Pennsylvania? If you are interested in an adoption, I encourage you to … Continue reading Series on Adoptions: What is the Procedure/Process for an Adoption in Pennsylvania?
Series on Adoptions: Who Can Be Adopted in Pennsylvania?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire In honor of National Adoption Month (November), I am launching this month a ten part series on Adoptions in Pennsylvania. The first piece in this series focuses on the question: who can be adopted in Pennsylvania? If you are interested in an adoption, I encourage you to please return and … Continue reading Series on Adoptions: Who Can Be Adopted in Pennsylvania?
My Ex-Spouse Refuses to Pay Alimony, How Can I Enforce My Alimony Order?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The Court awarded you alimony (or alimony pendente lite), but now your ex-spouse refuses to pay. This is a serious problem because you rely in one way or another on the alimony to make ends meet. Because alimony is discretionary, the court would not have awarded you alimony if this … Continue reading My Ex-Spouse Refuses to Pay Alimony, How Can I Enforce My Alimony Order?
Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 2: Voidable Marriages
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Clients faced with a divorce often want to know: can I have my marriage annulled? Emotionally and psychologically, an annulment may be preferable. Likewise, for religious reasons, they may prefer a legal annulment. Unfortunately, in Pennsylvania, it is extremely difficult to qualify for an annulment. In our state, there are two classes of … Continue reading Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 2: Voidable Marriages
Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 1: Void Marriages
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Clients faced with a divorce often want to know: can I have my marriage annulled? Emotionally and psychologically, an annulment may be preferable. Likewise, for religious reasons, they may prefer a legal annulment. Unfortunately, in Pennsylvania, it is extremely difficult to qualify for an annulment. In our state, there are two classes of … Continue reading Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 1: Void Marriages
What is Alimony Pendedelenteeaa? (aka What is Alimony Pendente Lite?)
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Alimony pendente lite, which stands for alimony pending litigation, can be quite a mouthful for clients. Unfortunately, the confusion surrounding alimony pendente lite does not stop with its pronunciation! While alimony pendente lite, or APL, is a complicated subject, it is important to have a basic understanding of this form … Continue reading What is Alimony Pendedelenteeaa? (aka What is Alimony Pendente Lite?)
How Do They Calculate Alimony in Pennsylvania?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Clients who are economically dependent on their spouses always want to know: how do they calculate alimony in Pennsylvania? Unfortunately, the answer is far more difficult to explain than the calculation of spousal support or alimony pendente lite. The goal of this article is to explain what the court considers … Continue reading How Do They Calculate Alimony in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, What Happens if We Divorce Without Dividing Our Property?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Most couples can agree to get a divorce, but few can agree on how to divide their property. As a result, equitable distribution in Pennsylvania can be very costly and require the assistance of an attorney and experts, such as real estate appraisers and forensic accountants. Many couples, therefore, either choose … Continue reading In Pennsylvania, What Happens if We Divorce Without Dividing Our Property?
In Pennsylvania, Can I Voluntarily Move Out Without “Abandoning” or “Deserting” My Spouse?
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Potential clients often call in and want to know: my marriage is over, but we still live together -- can I move out or will that be abandonment or desertion? This is a legitimate concern for many spouses faced with a divorce. They fear being penalized for acknowledging that the … Continue reading In Pennsylvania, Can I Voluntarily Move Out Without “Abandoning” or “Deserting” My Spouse?
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