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“Parental responsibilities” as the Colorado judicial system likes to call child custody, are the rights and responsibilities the court decides when a divorce occurs with children under the age of 19 in the home. This decision includes which parent will be the decision-maker of the child (ren) and how much time each parent is allocated […]

New Jersey and Pennsylvania Super Lawyers has recognized Petrelli Previtera, LLC partners Thomas Petrelli and Melinda Previtera for their outstanding advocacy in the field of family law. Each year, the publication selects no more than five percent of lawyers in the state to receive this honor. The firm’s 2018 recognition is as follows: Thomas Petrelli: […]

How joint-custody benefits children As someone working your way through the aftermath of a divorce, you may be learning to adjust to having your child or children only part of the time. For many Pennsylvania parents, this is one of the most painful and emotional aspects of divorce, but it may help you adjust to […]

Alimony or spousal support is a financial payment made to a former spouse after separation or divorce. The purpose of alimony is to recognize a lower-income spouse’s contribution to a marriage and help that spouse become financially independent. You may qualify to get alimony from your ex-spouse if you do not have sufficient income or […]

We’ve heard it many times: “My ex is badmouthing me to the kids. Is there anything I can do?” You and your spouse are divorcing, and it’s not a friendly divorce. There is anger and hurt feelings on both sides, but you are trying to minimize the impact on your kids. One day, your very […]

Tension between former spouses may continue through the conclusion of a family-related legal matter. It’s not uncommon for one parent to act vindictively against the other. However, refusing to comply with a child support agreement is a bad idea. Serious legal issues can arise when support is involved. Below are a few of the rules […]

Your home is more than a house. It is a place full of memories – both good and bad. You may be looking back on holidays, family dinners, or even scribbles your child drew on the wall or a growth chart on the closet door. However, you may also have memories of fights with your […]

Money troubles can put a strain on even the happiest of marriages. Couples who regularly argue about money and debt are statistically more likely to divorce than couples without financial problems. However, divorce doesn’t make the debt go away. How can you prevent your marital debt from affecting your future? Protect Yourself During Divorce With […]

The average U.S. household owes money. In fact, American households owe an average of $15,270 in credit card debt, $32,258 in student loan debt, and $149,925 in mortgage debt. During a divorce, debt will be divided between you and your spouse. However, if you aren’t careful, you could end up paying for debts you didn’t […]

You probably decided to start a business for many of the same reasons you chose to marry your spouse. Not only does your business provide you with financial stability, it also allows you to grow as a person. While your marriage is now on the rocks, your business may continue to thrive. Accordingly, before you […]