Recent Blog Posts
Announcing a Divorce on Social Media
One of the worst parts of getting divorced is having to tell family and friends. Although well meaning, many friends will want to engage in a detailed discussion of how you are feeling, why the marriage failed, who is getting the house, etc. These discussions can quickly overwhelm your life. Today, many couples are… Read More »
Child Custody Exchanges & the Coronavirus Pandemic
Pennsylvania continues to be in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, with most nonessential businesses closed and all residents under a stay-at-home order. This situation is certainly very challenging for those who are coparenting after divorce. Our Media child custody attorneys are aware of several problems this has created. Problem #1: Your Handoff Location… Read More »
Take These 5 Steps to Protect Your Credit During Divorce
Just as there is an emotional side to every divorce, there is also a financial side. Countless men and women have found themselves in financial trouble after going through divorce court. Of course, living on one person’s income takes a financial toll, but many people also end up with shredded credit along with their… Read More »
How Will Coronavirus Impact Your Divorce?
Having finally decided to divorce, few people want to put their plans on hold because of the pandemic sweeping the nation. The novel coronavirus, which causes the COVID-19 pandemic, has led to sweeping changes in how we live our daily lives. In Pennsylvania, Governor Wolf has shut down schools and ordered many businesses to… Read More »
Alcoholism and Divorce
The statistics regarding alcoholism are startling. According to the National Institute of Health, almost 6% of all adults had alcohol use disorder, which worked out to roughly 9.2 million men and 5.3 million women. In other words, almost 15 million adults in this country are struggling with alcohol addiction. Alcoholism claims many lives, but… Read More »
Divorcing when Your Spouse is Impossible to Talk To
According to one survey, poor communication was the leading cause of divorce. Some spouses shut themselves off from their mate, while others go in the opposite direction—communicating too much drama and overt hostility. Neither spouse is easy to live with—or divorce. If your spouse didn’t communicate well during the marriage, then he or she… Read More »
Are You Ready to Adopt? 5 Key Questions
Choosing to adopt a child is a momentous decision. However, adoption does not always go smoothly. Couples who are considering adoption should put the necessary thought into the decision before contacting an adoption agency. At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, our Media adoption attorneys have helped many men and women become parents or add… Read More »
How to Put Your Children First when Divorcing
Many parents realize that their divorce will upend their children’s lives, and they want to make things go as smoothly as possible. However, few parents know instinctively how to go about this, so they look for helpful advice. At Barbara Flum Stein & Associates, we understand that a divorce involves more than filing the… Read More »
What Is an Annulment? Should You Seek One?
Like divorce, an annulment legally ends a marriage. However, an annulment actually renders the marriage invalid or void, depending on the circumstances. There are many reasons why some couples prefer to seek an annulment. You should consult a Media family attorney to review whether an annulment is right for you. Grounds for an Annulment… Read More »
Do Business Executives Have Special Needs in Divorce?
Although all Pennsylvania couples divorce according to state law, this law impacts them differently. Business executives, for example, tend to have a higher net worth than other individuals, and they also might own a share of the business. These factors can complicate a divorce, and executives would benefit from a lawyer familiar with these… Read More »
