Divorce Topics

A house with a mortgage is a major asset during divorce. Many questions commonly arise regarding divorce and mortgage payments, such as who will own the house and how to change the name on the mortgage. Below, we address these and other concerns. If you are considering a divorce or have questions about dividing your […]

Prenuptial agreements, sometimes referred to as prenups, have risen in popularity over the past couple of decades. They are agreements signed prior to a marriage that specify who gets what if and when the marriage should end. If you did not have a prenup agreement when you got married, you still have options. Some married […]

For most couples, divorce doesn’t merely happen without warning. You see the signs and know your relationship is deteriorating. If you are seeing these signs and have a feeling that your marriage is nearing its end, now is the time to take steps to plan for your divorce and secure your future. One of the […]

We’re serious about helping you have fun and spend time with your family this season. That’s why we’ve asked Petrelli Previtera, LLC associates, to share their most important tips for planning a successful post-divorce vacation with kids. In this second session of our Summer Vacation Series, we cover logistics, documentation, and legal lead time. Now […]

Whether you were married decades ago or only a few years ago, you may have found comfort in the fact that you and your spouse signed a prenuptial agreement. No matter what happened, you already knew the outcome if your marriage were to dissolve. Or did you? Now you and your spouse have decided to […]

Any legal matter involving the family can be complex and stressful, and a successful resolution comes from having the right information. At Petrelli Previtera, LLC, our blog aims to provide clients, colleagues, friends and family with tips and advice they can use in the real world, so they can live their best lives. As we […]

If you have decided to divorce, doing some research is the logical next step. Below are a few factors to get you started. Preparing for Divorce First Steps in Preparing for Divorce: Practical Aspects to Consider, including Separation and Living Arrangementse The first step in preparing for divorce is considering the practical aspects such as […]

For many people, divorce is something they have never been through before. Even for people who are on a subsequent marriage, each divorce is unique just as each marriage is unique. It is inherently full of uncertainties and unknowns that you have little or no control over. If you are approaching a divorce, you may […]

Divorce takes a toll on an entire family, which is why many divorcing parents go to great lengths to protect their children’s well-being. One TV comedy illustrates a possible solution to minimize the emotional impact – but is this living situation a possibility for real families? The Philadelphia Divorce Lawyers at Petrelli Previtera, LLC weigh […]

No one wants to believe their soon-to-be ex-spouse would act out of malice as they move through the divorce process. However, the two of you used to share just about everything – bank accounts, bills, computers and other tech, and much more – which means if you haven’t yet secured your stuff, your ex could […]