Thomas Petrelli Law Blog

For most, the Golden Years are the time to start winding down and reduce
hours at the office, travel, or buy a second home. Divorces over age 50
are on the rise, reflecting the longer duration of marriages and the
trend toward later marriages, which started in the 1970s.   One of the
biggest concerns for those who divorce over the age of 50 is what
support obligations may result from the divorce.

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The quality of time spent with ones child is a motivating factor for Pennsylvania courts when determining which parents should be awarded primary physical custody.  According to a recent Superior Court case, Gianvito v. Gianvito, (2009 PA Super 1008), the Primary Caretaker doctrine emphasizes the quality and quantity of time spent with the child rather than simply the daily care of the child.  What does this mean for the current case law?  It is now... Read More

Petrelli Law, experienced Philadelphia divorce attorneys, explains the difference between contested and uncontested divorce.  When one or both parties seek a divorce in Philadelphia, there are two potential scenarios that follow. ... Read More

Petrelli Law, P.C. - Divorce Attorneys in PhiladelphiaIf you are looking for a divorce and family lawyers view on divorce, child support, custody, equitable distribution of property and Philadelphia divorce laws, please visit our...... Read More