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Pennsylvania Law and Prenuptial Agreements

By Elissa C. Goldberg / August 5, 2015

In Pennsylvania, legal thinking is that everyone should have a prenuptial agreement. In the keystone state, you can even create a prenuptial agreement AFTER you’ve already married. (Call me if you want to understand how.) Viewed with a long term perspective, a prenuptial agreement is considered part of estate planning. While some newlyweds might find it distasteful…

Is Mediation Right For You

By Elissa C. Goldberg / July 9, 2015

Ben Affleck has publically admitted that Daredevil, the film where he met wife Jennifer Gardner, “didn’t work… at all.” Unfortunately, Daredevil isn’t the only thing that didn’t work between Affleck and Gardner. After 10 years of marriage, the power couple and parents of three children have announced their decision to separate. Despite rumors that Affleck…

Same Sex Marriage and Family Law in Bucks County PA

By Elissa C. Goldberg / June 29, 2015

Last week’s Supreme Court decision was a landmark of Family Law. In a 5-4 decision, the court has now effectively concluded the public dialogue about whether people of the same sex can legally marry. As of June 26, 2015, the answer is, Yes, same sex couples anywhere in the United States may marry – and…