Family Divorce Attorney Philadelphia County

Whether a divorce is uncontested or involves disputes over property, support, or custody, the legal process in Philadelphia follows Pennsylvania law and the procedures of the Philadelphia Family Division. Feinman & Childs handles both straightforward and complex divorce matters, including cases involving substantial assets, business interests, long-term marriages, and contested financial issues.

Pennsylvania follows equitable distribution principles, meaning marital property is divided fairly based on the circumstances of each marriage rather than automatically divided equally. For Philadelphia clients, marital estates may include homes, retirement accounts, investment portfolios, business interests, and other assets accumulated during the marriage. The firm advises clients regarding valuation, documentation, negotiation, and litigation when necessary.

Philadelphia custody matters are decided according to Pennsylvania’s best interests of the child standard. Feinman & Childs represents parents in matters involving legal and physical custody, relocation, modifications, and enforcement of existing custody orders while working to protect both parental rights and children’s well-being

Support matters in Philadelphia are administered through the Domestic Relations Section. Pennsylvania’s support guidelines establish a framework for child support, while courts also consider statutory factors when addressing spousal support, Alimony Pendente Lite (APL), and post-divorce alimony. The firm assists clients with initial support proceedings, modifications, and enforcement.

Not every family law matter needs to be decided in court. Lindsay H. Childs is a trained mediator and certified parenting coordinator. For clients in Philadelphia who want to resolve custody, support, or property issues outside of court, mediation offers a more efficient and less adversarial path. Depending on the circumstances, mediation can help parties reach practical agreements while reducing the time, expense, and stress often associated with litigation.

For couples planning to marry or those who are already married, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can provide clarity regarding assets, debts, and financial expectations. Feinman & Childs drafts and reviews these agreements with careful attention to Pennsylvania law and each client’s individual circumstances.

Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders in Philadelphia are handled through the Family Division of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas. The firm represents clients seeking protection as well as those responding to a PFA petition. These matters often intersect with divorce, custody, and support proceedings, making experienced legal guidance especially important.

The firm also handles divorce arbitration, grandparent custody and third-party rights, gray divorce, post-divorce modifications, and parenting coordination for Philadelphia clients.