Petrelli Law Launches Flash Divorce Website

The cost of divorce has gone up, that’s why Petrelli Law has launched Flash Divorce, a one-stop cheap alternative for filing an uncontested divorce.

Flash Divorce offers quick and cheap online divorce, helping Pennsylvania divorcees save thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours. 
Experience Coupled With DIY
Flash Divorce offers an easy to use online divorce kit that costs only $199 for Pennsylvania area residents. Once you determine that your divorce is uncontested, you can fill out the online divorce form and start your divorce process.  Simply answer the questions in our kit.  If you qualify for an online divorce, our attorneys will review the paperwork to guarantee that there are no errors. Many individuals filing for divorce without the help of attorney document review find that they run into troubles after filing even if they made simple technical errors.  Our attorneys work to avoid courthouse troubles when filing an uncontested divorce.  Don’t qualify for an online divorce because of property disputes, alimony disagreements or squabbles about child support? Not a problem, our experienced divorce attorneys can walk you through the traditional divorce process.

Even if issues arise after you have filed your online divorce, our team of experienced divorce lawyers can step in and help you resolve common divorce disputes, such as fights over property, alimony or child support.

Fast and Professional ServiceOur experienced divorce lawyers at Petrelli Law have filed hundreds of divorces in Pennsylvania. This experience allows our attorneys to move both quickly and effectively. Once you fill out our Flash Divorce documents, our attorneys will review the documents within 24 hours.  If there are errors or oversights, our divorce attorneys will let you know immediately.  

Get A Divorce In A FlashIn a hurry? Flash Divorce forms are easy to use and can be completed in less than an hour.

Facebook and Infidelity

Recently, we hear more and more about the issues that Facebook--the social networking tool it seems everyone is using--causes for marriages new and old. Unfortunately, reconnecting with old friends and flames can often escalate into something damaging at home.

One way to prevent Facebook use is to give your spouse your Facebook username and password information. If you wouldn't want your spouse to see it, don't do it.

Another preventative measure is to avoid reaching out to contacts with whom you have had relationships in the past. Why open doors to old, messy situations?

If you need help working through infidelity and would like to learn about your options, contact the divorce lawyers at Petrelli Law, PC for a consultation at (215) 523-6900.

Al and Tipper--Unusual or a new trend?

Many of us were surprised to learn of the recent divorce announcement issued by Al and Tipper Gore, who were married over forty years. Unlike several other politicians who have separated from spouses over the past few years, Al and Tipper were not plagued by a sex scandal. We read that they simply grew apart.

Reports have shown that marriages of the 1970's have a higher divorce rate than those of later decades--a result of the very young marrying age. Later-in-life divorces are becoming more common. Today, people are living longer, staying youthful into their 70s and 80s, and feel that they would like a new start.

If you are in a longterm marriage and would like to discuss your options, call divorce attorney Thomas J. Petrelli, Jr. at Petrelli Law, P.C. for a consultation (215) 523-6900.

Facebook Causing New Problems in Marriage

Today, it seems that everyone has a Facebook account--the young and old, single and married, students and professionals. Facebook does wonderful things in that it can reconnect friends and keep family members updated with photos and birthdays.

Unfortunately, not all users utilize Facebook positively. Facebook has the ability to give us direct access to feelings and relationships of the past--that, before this technology, would have been forgotten forever. Facebook has the ability to serve as the beginning of an extramarital affair, and is one of the many pieces of technology that can present challenges in marriage.

If you are seeking a separation or divorce, call the divorce lawyers at Petrelli Law for a consultation at 215.523.6900.

The Forgotten Alternative to Divorce Litigation

Oftentimes, when couples divorce, they immediately turn to divorce attorneys and plan to litigate without contemplating alternatives, such as divorce mediation. Many couples today choose to mediate their divorce for several reasons.

Mediation allows couples to come to divorce agreements that are, oftentimes, more beneficial to both parties than the outcome of a court hearing would be. Family mediation can also lessen legal costs and positively open lines of communication. Trained mediators, such as Petrelli Law, P.C., always make sure that one spouse does not exert any power over the other, and that every mediation session is fair. To learn more about divorce mediation, schedule a contact with Petrelli Law, P.C. at 215-523-6900 today.

Marriage Later in Life

Recently, we learned of the pending separation of Larry King and his wife, Shawn Southwick. In 1997, when the couple married, King insisted that they wed without a prenuptial agreement confident that this marriage would last.

Many couples who marry later in life, whether first marriages ended in divorce or the passing of a spouse, assume that age and maturity mean the marriage will last forever and fail to consider the importance of a prenup.

Older couples often have more on the line than those going through it the first time around. Men and women are preparing for retirement, have more assets, and need to protect themselves and often, their children.

I explain prenups to clients as insurance policies on marriages. Many people will not need to use them, but insuring your marriage, as you do your home and your health, is the responsible thing to do.

Call Petrelli Law, P.C. for more information on prenuptial agreements if marriage is in your near future. 215.523.6900.

10 Tips to Successful Co-parenting

Inevitably, it can be difficult to co-parent following divorce. It is important to remember that you need to stay focused on the best interests of your children, and not yourself. Do not let the anger at your ex-spouse become your primary focus. Here are some rules parents can follow in order to successfully co-parent with their former spouse.

1. Cooperate with your former spouse. Children whose parents can communicate productively and civilly have fewer problems dealing with divorce.

2. Communicate openly about parenting time. Let the other parent know when you will be late on pick-ups or drop offs—honesty and communication makes a great difference.

3. Facilitate parenting time with your child’s other parent. Encourage your children to spend time with each parent, and be loyal to each parent. More information from child custody lawyers at Petrelli Law.

4. Treat your former spouse as you would a business colleague. Follow through on commitments in a responsible and mature fashion, as you would in a business relationship.

5. Every child needs time alone with each parent.

6. Be honest with your children.

7. Do everything you can to keep your child from feeling emotionally involved in the conflict. Do not ask prying questions about the other parent, or ask your child to act as a messenger.

8. Teach your children how to communicate their feelings of stress about being caught in the middle. Teach your children that it is OK to tell either parent that they feel uncomfortable talking about the other.

9. Find a good support network for yourself. Talk with friends or see a counselor to avoid depending on your child to support you through your divorce.

10. When you start dating, be careful about making your new partner a part of the family too soon. Wait until you are sure that the relationship will be long term before introducing new partners to your children.

If you are in the midst of a divorce and need legal advice, contact Petrelli Law at (215) 523-6900 for a consultation about your situation.