Pennsylvania Family Law

Divorce at any stage of life can be challenging, but when it happens later in life—what many call “gray divorce”—the stakes can feel even higher. Financial security is likely one of your biggest concerns if you’ve been a stay-at-home parent for most of your marriage. After years of depending on your spouse’s income, the thought […]

In Pennsylvania, parental rights are a fundamental part of family law. However, there are circumstances where a parent’s rights may be involuntarily terminated by the court. This is a serious step that the courts do not take lightly. At Petrelli Previtera, we have represented clients who found themselves on both sides of this issue, and […]

Sometimes, walking away from a union is the only viable option, and though it’s a decision that only the bravest of us can make, it’s anything but simple. A marriage is a legal, financial, and emotional union. By the time most people consider ending things, joint property, lovely dogs, and even lovelier kids are often […]

Marital Settlement Agreement Attorney p>Going through a divorce can be a stressful and emotional experience. A Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) can provide clarity on important financial and parental issues. The family law attorneys at Petrelli Previtera, LLC understand the complexities of divorce in Pennsylvania. We can help you negotiate a MSA that considers your best […]

It’s in the interest of most parents that their children grow up in the most favorable environment that they possibly can. In the unfortunate case of a divorce, you might be left wondering what the future holds for your kids and how parenting will work going forward. Custody requires that divorcing parents temporarily shelve their […]

For many people, a divorce proceeding is the first time they have been served with legal papers. At a time when you may be angry or grieving the end of your marriage, you are also dealing with the anxiety of having to be in court to fight for what matters most to you, such as […]

Navigating child custody and religion within the realm of a Pennsylvania divorce can be quite difficult, both emotionally and legally. Both parents’ religious freedoms are taken into consideration when determining what is in the best interest of the child. The question then becomes: how to balance these two factors while still keeping up with legal […]

Alimony, Alimony Pendente Lite, & Spousal Support Alimony Pendente Lite (APL), also referred to as Pendente Lite Alimony in some jurisdictions, is a specific type of support in Pennsylvania (PA) divorce laws. The Latin term “Pendente Lite” translates to “pending the litigation.” This type of support is hence awarded to the financially dependent spouse during […]

Whether you are just beginning to plan for your divorce or have already started the process, you might be curious about the process and requirements for filing for divorce in Pennsylvania. It is common among potential clients to ask, “What is the first step to start a divorce in PA?” This is closely followed by […]

Navigating through a divorce is not easy, and it can be made more difficult by understanding the nuances of alimony payments in Pennsylvania. In this blog post, we provide advice on how to reduce or avoid these fees so you are able to maintain financial stability during such an emotionally trying time. We will walk […]