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From legislative alerts to tips and tactics, the attorneys of Williams Family Law regularly share information and insight on legal issues they see every day. Our Frequently Asked Questions page is also a great place for answers and information. Of course, the best place for answers for your unique situation is a one-on-one discussion with one of our experienced family law attorneys. Contact our office to set an appointment at your convenience.

What Happens to an Estate If a Spouse Dies Before a Divorce is Finalized?

May 5, 2016

If a married couple separates and one spouse files for divorce, what happens if either spouse passes away before the divorce is finalized?

Know PA Wiretapping Law: Think Before You Record Your Ex

April 14, 2016

So, if telephones are excluded from the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act, can a party record a conversation, without permission, on a cell phone or a cell phone app?

Why It's Important to Move Quickly to Hire a Good Divorce Attorney

March 31, 2016

When a family law matter becomes serious enough to involve legal counsel, it may be natural to want to wait, to hope that tensions will dissipate and the issues will resolve on their own. Too often, though, the party to the dispute who waits the longest loses the most.

Bill to Reduce Waiting Period for No-Fault Divorce in Hands of PA Senate

March 18, 2016

House bill 380 has passed the Pennsylvania House by an overwhelming vote of 191 to 6; it has since been sent on to the state senate judiciary committee.

AAML Video Shares "Voices of the Children of Divorce"

March 3, 2016

A new video produced by the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers, "The Voices of the Children of Divorce," shares the stories of several children whose parents divorced, offering insight into the thoughts and emotions of these vulnerable young people.

How Does My Spouse's Debt Affect Me During Divorce?

February 4, 2016

A surprising number of people going through divorce are not aware that "equitable distribution" includes not only the division of marital property, but also of marital debt.

PA Supreme Court Decision Holds Stepfather Liable for Child Support

January 28, 2016

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has issued a landmark decision that may affect whether, after separation and / or divorce, a stepparent is responsible to pay child support to a biological parent.

After a Divorce: Do Stepparents Have Rights and Responsibilities Too?

December 17, 2015

In Pennsylvania, biological parents are not the only people who can seek physical or legal custody of a child.

How to Keep Divorce Details Confidential

November 25, 2015

How can you keep sensitive details of your private life that may be uncovered during divorce proceedings out of the public eye?

What Happens When Parents Fight Over Child Custody

November 12, 2015

Navigating the dissolution of a marriage is challenging enough for most divorcing couples, but for those with children, custody disputes can multiply the level of emotional distress involved.

PA Should Shorten the Waiting Period for No-fault Divorce

November 2, 2015

When clients come to me and tell me that they want a divorce, one of the first questions that they always ask is, "How long will it take?" The answer is "it depends."

Types of Child Custody in PA: What Parents Need to Know

October 29, 2015

Custody of children falls into two categories: legal custody and physical custody. Either may be at issue even if the parents were never married.