Getting Divorced? Check Out These Pennsylvania Divorce Myths.

If you have just started your divorce journey, you’re likely gathering information. Independent research and advice from family and friends can be useful at this time. However, hearsay can create false knowledge, which doesn’t help anyone. At our firm, we work hard to ensure our clients are as well informed as possible. That often means dispelling Pennsylvania divorce myths. Below are a few myths we often clear up at our initial consultation with new clients. Couples Must Divorce in their Marriage State Spouses do NOT have to divorce in the state in which they were married. Under Pennsylvania law, a couple can file for divorce where either the husband or the wife has resided for the last six months. For example, if your wedding was in California but you moved to Philadelphia a year ago, you could file in Philadelphia. Property in One Spouse’s Name Solely Belongs to that Spouse In Pennsylvania, the law divides marital assets and debts through a principle called…

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