What factors determine best interests for child custody?

Previously, judges in Pennsylvania used the best interests standard to make child custody determinations without outlining what would be considered relevant for making this determination. This left both a lot of discretion and ambiguity around the topic with each party throwing whatever they thought was relevant to the decision and judges using their discretion. In

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Estate planning considerations for those without children

Often, estate planning discussions revolve around inheritance. For people who have children, estate planning can have a focus on distributing wealth along the traditional generational path. However, many couples and independent Pennsylvania residents don’t have children. Instead, their lives and legacies have other purposes and passions. As a result, estate planning can reflect these other facets

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Do I Need A Living Trust?

Clients often ask whether they need a living trust, instead of a traditional will, in order to avoid probate. The answer to this question will vary, based upon that individual’s state of residence, the types of assets that the person owns, and the assets’ location. Before we discuss the need for a living trust, we

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