Divorce Lawyers

Guiding You Through the Life-Changing Decision of Divorce

When facing the life-changing decision of divorce, you’re likely experiencing a flood of emotions and critical questions about your and your family’s future. You need a divorce lawyer who will listen, understand, and guide you through the complexities of filing for divorce and the entire legal process.

For over 30 years, Trinity Law’s lawyers have guided Pennsylvania families. We protect your rights and help you understand the long-term impact of your decisions, aiming for outcomes in your family’s best interest.

“I met with Attorney Schaeffer for advice regarding a divorce matter. He was very knowledgeable and he truly cared about my matter.” – Leighton Dickenson (Google review)

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The Far-Reaching Impact of Divorce

A divorce, formally known as a dissolution of marriage, profoundly reshapes your life and the lives of your family members. Even a short-term marriage can have lasting consequences, and these effects are often magnified by the length of the marriage and the presence of children.

Consider the following areas that will likely be affected:

Financial Stability: Your current income, standard of living, and future retirement plans will be subject to change. Decisions regarding alimony and spousal support will play a crucial role here.
Assets and Debts: Learning how to divide marital property, investments, debts, and bank accounts is a central part of the divorce process.
Personal Life: Your job, social circles, and even where you live may be impacted.
Children’s Well-being: The divorce will significantly influence your children, and addressing child custody and support thoughtfully is paramount.

Understanding the Pennsylvania Divorce Process

If this is your first experience with divorce, you likely have many questions. Our experienced divorce lawyers simplify these intricate divorce proceedings. Here’s an overview:

Step 1: Initial Information Gathering: Our staff will collect basic details when you call to prepare for your consultation. This ensures your meeting with our divorce lawyer is efficient.

Step 2: The Initial Consultation: We’ll listen to your situation, answer your questions, and discuss next steps during your 30-60 minute consultation. Your lawyer will explain your legal options and their potential effects.

Step 3: Understanding Legal Separation in Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania often requires a period of physical and financial separation before divorce proceedings. This challenging but necessary step precedes the formal divorce.

Step 4: Addressing Child Custody: If children are involved, their well-being is our top priority. We’ll address child custody and visitation early, focusing on their best interests, even though these discussions can be emotional.

Step 5: Navigating Family Court: Pennsylvania’s Family Court can be complicated, making an experienced attorney crucial. We’ll help you navigate child custody, support, and protection orders to protect your interests.

Step 6: Alimony and Spousal Support: We understand that financial security is a major concern during divorce. We will help you understand and address spousal support and alimony to secure your financial stability.

Step 7: Reaching a Divorce Settlement: The final step involves resolving all outstanding issues, like dividing assets and debts. We aim for an amicable settlement through negotiation or mediation, but your lawyer will strongly advocate for you in court if necessary.

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Call our office today at 717-843-8046 or contact us online to schedule your introductory consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer. We’re typically able to schedule your consultation within two business days to discuss how we can help you through the separation process.

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