Facing divorce or another family law issue is tough. At the Pennsylvania family law offices of Lisa Marie Vari & Associates, P.C., our practice is dedicated solely to assisting clients with the needs of today's modern families. Our Pittsburgh family lawyers are devoted to helping our clients avoid prolonged conflict to arrive at solutions that are in the best interests of their families and themselves.
Before you jump the gun and file for divorce, you should be sure to do your research about the divorce process so you are prepared for what’s to come. There is much that goes into ending a marriage, including the distribution of your marital assets and debts, figuring out whether one spouse will help to financially support the other in the divorce, and more. Read on to learn about what you should expect when you file for divorce in PA.Grounds for Divorce in PennsylvaniaBefore you even begin the divorce process, you will need to know...Continue Reading...
If you have been struggling to get your child’s other parent to contribute financially to the care of the child you share, or if you simply want to ensure that your child’s other parent is legally obligated to financially support their child, applying for child support may be in you and your child’s best interests. We go into greater detail below about how you can apply for child support and how your child support payment will be calculated. Applying for Support through the Pennsylvania Child Support ProgramIn most cases,...Continue Reading...
If you and your child’s other parent are in the middle of a divorce, breakup, or are otherwise not in a relationship, figuring out how you will co-parent the child you share can be a challenge. Part of figuring out your parenting plan is agreeing to a custody arrangement and visitation schedule, and there are seemingly countless ways you can formulate your parenting plan. Read on to learn more about the different types of parenting and child custody plans that are used in PA child custody cases.Shared Custody The Pennsylvania family...Continue Reading...
Sperm and egg donation allow intended parents struggling with infertility and single individuals hoping to parent a child on their own the ability to create families. The sperm and egg donation processes vary, but it is essential to understand how each process works, because these donors make surrogacy possible.At Baby Steps Surrogacy Center, Inc., we screen both sperm and egg donors for eligibility before allowing them to proceed. Once they have donated their eggs and sperm, we can match them with the appropriate parents. Sperm and egg donation...Continue Reading...
If you enjoy the experience of being pregnant and giving birth and want to provide a family with the selfless gift of life, learning how to become a surrogate may be a great option. Surrogacy benefits all parties involved and can be an unforgettable experience. To become a surrogate, you must fully commit yourself to the process and meet certain requirements to qualify.At Baby Steps Surrogacy Center, Inc., we perform an in-depth screening of all our potential surrogate mothers to ensure they are physically and emotionally prepared to carry another...Continue Reading...
