Michael A. Pendolphi, Esq.

Michael A. Pendolphi, Esq. Michael A. Pendolphi is a family law trial attorney with 30 years' experience concentrating in the areas of divorce, custody, support, abuse & adoptions.

He practices in NEPA. He has a reputation for aggressive representation at affordable rates.

With an end in sight to this pandemic, the economy will eventually pick up again. Until then, if your finances are tight...
12/16/2020

With an end in sight to this pandemic, the economy will eventually pick up again. Until then, if your finances are tighter than they normally are, consider requesting a temporary modification of your alimony and child support order due to loss of income.

An uncontested divorce means that there are probably fewer open negotiation points, but it doesn't mean you've thought o...
12/15/2020

An uncontested divorce means that there are probably fewer open negotiation points, but it doesn't mean you've thought of everything. Lawyering up will help you both make sure that the split goes through cleanly.

Short marriages or marriages that meet certain criteria (like coercion) are eligible for an annulment rather than divorc...
12/14/2020

Short marriages or marriages that meet certain criteria (like coercion) are eligible for an annulment rather than divorce. Among other things, a marriage that is annulled rather than terminated in divorce is not subject to division of property - you can just pack your bags and move on with your life.

Research indicates that as many as 50% of divorced individuals do not report higher levels of happiness following divorc...
12/11/2020

Research indicates that as many as 50% of divorced individuals do not report higher levels of happiness following divorce. If your relationship is not beyond repair, consider mediation or renegotiating your prenuptial agreement as an alternative to calling it quits.

As much as custody and child support agreements try to take into account every eventuality, you can't plan for everythin...
12/10/2020

As much as custody and child support agreements try to take into account every eventuality, you can't plan for everything. When times change - petition the court to change the custody and child support order.

Surrogacy agreements are very complex, especially when the surrogate mother and intended parents are not from the same s...
12/09/2020

Surrogacy agreements are very complex, especially when the surrogate mother and intended parents are not from the same state. The laws are varied across the country. Therefore, it would be wise to bring in a lawyer rather than relying on standard advice from the clinic or agency.

Stepchildren and ex-spouses are often cited as the cause of the breakdown of second marriages. Your relationship can bea...
12/08/2020

Stepchildren and ex-spouses are often cited as the cause of the breakdown of second marriages. Your relationship can beat the odds by having tough conversations ahead of time - bringing in a lawyer or mediator to help you navigate the potential pitfalls will only make you stronger in the long run.

Although the usual rule of thumb is that chickens should not be counted before they've hatched, discuss your spouse's lo...
12/07/2020

Although the usual rule of thumb is that chickens should not be counted before they've hatched, discuss your spouse's long-term financial prospects with your lawyer. You may be entitled in the divorce and custody settlement to take their future successes into account.

Even if you settle your differences with your ex without going to trial, it may help to get a court order authorizing th...
12/04/2020

Even if you settle your differences with your ex without going to trial, it may help to get a court order authorizing the agreement to give it legal effect. With official recognition, you will have an easier time moving forward with bank accounts, school forms for the kids, and the like.

Since most states now have no-fault divorce in one form or another, being the spouse to file first shouldn't affect the ...
12/03/2020

Since most states now have no-fault divorce in one form or another, being the spouse to file first shouldn't affect the terms of the settlement. Still, one advantage to filing first is being the one to request a standing order - effectively blocking the other partner from making big financial decisions or otherwise moving key assets.

In normal (non-pandemic) times, family court hearings are typically open to the public. However, when minors are involve...
12/02/2020

In normal (non-pandemic) times, family court hearings are typically open to the public. However, when minors are involved or there are other privacy interests at stake, the judge or magistrate presiding over the case has the authority to exclude the public from the courtroom.

A biological father can have the same rights and obligations of a child as a mother. When considering whether to put a c...
12/01/2020

A biological father can have the same rights and obligations of a child as a mother. When considering whether to put a child up for adoption, remember that the child's biological father can potentially sue for custody if they did not give their consent. Ideally, both biological parents should consent to adoption whenever possible.

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