Parents who are approaching child custody concerns should be familiar with the best interests of the child standard and what that means for them and their child. The family law process provides resources to help guide parents through the child custody process and...
Child Custody
What is Pennsylvania’s ‘best interests of the child’ standard?
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Mar 26, 2019 | Child Custody
What began as a passionate relationship can often go sour, with the passion evolving into heated arguments about everything from who keeps the paintings to who keeps the house. If there are children involved in a split, legal disputes can become even more contentious...
Parenting plans should cover schedules and holidays
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Feb 12, 2019 | Child Custody
Though it is difficult to fathom, a divorce means that children involved will no longer be spending their whole time under one roof with both their parents. Instead, their time, school events and holidays will be split between parents. One way to create a successful...
Preparing for child custody during the holidays
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Dec 20, 2018 | Child Custody
The holidays can be a magical time for children, full of excitement and wonder. Parents in Pennsylvania generally want to make sure their child has a happy holiday. However, when parents are divorced they may need to take some extra measures to ensure that their...
Pennsylvania recognizes several types of physical child custody
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Oct 9, 2018 | Child Custody
Per state law, physical custody of a child means the child is physically in the care and control of a parent. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recognizes five types of physical custody of a child. This post will provide a brief overview of this topic, but, as always,...
Bird nesting: an alternative to traditional child custody
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | May 23, 2018 | Child Custody
Divorce can throw a child's life into disarray. Not only does the child have to reconcile that his or her parents are no longer in love and will no longer be married, but traditionally the child would also have to adjust to living in two different homes, one with each...
Understanding key factors of child custody in Pennsylvania
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Apr 20, 2018 | Child Custody
For divorcing parents, child custody is a primary focus. Parents unable to reach an agreement must present evidence to a family court judge who will determine custody. However, even if parent’s reach an agreement they are still required to submit it to a judge...
Five top questions about custody
On Behalf of John C. Lackatos, P.C. | Mar 14, 2018 | Child Custody
The divorce process can be very challenging emotionally, financially and socially. If you and your spouse are parents, worry about the children’s well being is added on to the feelings you are experiencing. There are often misconceptions about divorce, mainly...
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