Understanding Child Support in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents Child support is one of the most important aspects of family law because it helps ensure that children continue to receive financial support from both parents after a separation or divorce. In Pennsylvania, child support laws are designed to promote the best interests of the child by requiring both parents to contribute to the child's financial needs according to their income and ability to pay. Whether parents were married, never married, or are divorced, understanding how child support works can help reduce confusion and avoid unnecessary disputes. The attorneys at Greenberg Legal Group are experienced in…Read More
Divorce is stressful enough without wondering what happens to your financial records, texts, or property once the process begins. Discovery – the phase where both spouses exchange information and documents relevant to the case – is often one of the most confusing and time-consuming parts of a divorce. It can involve financial disclosures, depositions, document requests, and more, all governed by specific rules and deadlines. Below are some frequently asked questions that our firm receives about discovery in divorce cases. 1. What is “discovery”? The term “discovery” refers to the process of gathering and providing information which is relevant to your case. Through the discovery…Read More
Divorce is rarely a single event—it is a process, and for couples who cannot resolve their differences through agreement, that process moves through the court system. Pennsylvania law refers to this contested path as “litigation,” and while the term can sound intimidating, understanding the general sequence of events can make the experience far less overwhelming. The Litigation Roadmap Filing the Complaint. A case is initiated by filing a Complaint with the Prothonotary of the Court of Common Pleas in the county in which you reside. This Complaint must be formally served on the other party within 30 days. Once an Affidavit of Service of the…Read More
What You Need To Know Before Filing If you are considering pursuing a divorce in Pennsylvania, one of the first legal issues you will need to address are the grounds upon which you are seeking a divorce. Pennsylvania law provides multiple pathways to obtaining a divorce, and understanding which applies to your situation can significantly affect your timeline, your legal strategy, and your outcome. Pennsylvania Is A Mixed-fault And No-Fault State Pursuant to Pennsylvania Code, 23 Pa. C.S. § 3301, Pennsylvania recognizes both no-fault and fault-based grounds for divorce. You do not need to prove wrongdoing to obtain a divorce in Pennsylvania, but fault grounds…Read More
Once you've decided to move forward with a divorce, the next critical decision is how to get there. One of the first and most important decisions you will make is whether to file for divorce and start litigation or pursue a more amicable route through mediation. This choice shapes nearly everything that follows — the cost, the timeline, the level of conflict, and ultimately, how much control you retain over the outcome. There is no one-size-fits-all answer; the right path depends on your specific circumstances, your relationship with your spouse, and what you're hoping to achieve. Understanding the differences between these approaches — and how…Read More
