Pittsburgh Family Law Services, P.C.

Pittsburgh Family Law Services, P.C. Helping families in transition plan for their future through family law and estate planning services There are few things more important than our loved ones.

Whether you need assistance with divorce, custody, or estate planning, our office is here to help you better understand your legal situation, set achievable goals, and make decisions the protect your family. Call us today at 412-371-4500 for more information.

Legal custody: major decisions affecting your child's best interest, such as educational, medical, and religious decisi...
04/27/2026

Legal custody: major decisions affecting your child's best interest, such as educational, medical, and religious decisions.

Physical custody: where the child actually spends their time.

It's possible to share legal custody but not physical custody. Often, it's best for the child if both parents share legal custody and have the right to make and be consulted about major decisions. Sharing legal custody allows both parents to be involved with their child even if shared physical custody isn't possible.

Did you know that today is World Book Day?! One of our judges in Allegheny County Family Division routinely tells our c...
04/23/2026

Did you know that today is World Book Day?! One of our judges in Allegheny County Family Division routinely tells our clients to read the book "Joint Custody with a Jerk" by Judy Corcoran and Julia Ross. But even better is if you're able to find a good book to read for pleasure!

We talk to a lot of parents who ask whether it makes any sense to pay a lawyer to write up a custody order if they're al...
04/22/2026

We talk to a lot of parents who ask whether it makes any sense to pay a lawyer to write up a custody order if they're already getting along. Our answer is always: YES! A custody order signed by a judge protects everyone. If something ever happens where you're suddenly not getting along as well, having an order means your children will have consistent time with each parent while the adults address the adult issues.

A custody order while everything is good is like car insurance: you hope to never need it, but if you ever do you'll be grateful to have it!

Sometimes a parent asks to change the custody exchange time or to expand their time; this can happen if there's a specia...
04/17/2026

Sometimes a parent asks to change the custody exchange time or to expand their time; this can happen if there's a special event or if the parent has something unexpected happen at work. You may wonder if you should say yes to these, or if that will somehow hurt your custody case.

We encourage our clients to agree to these changes if it's at all possible! Even beyond how something "makes your case look," all parents need flexibility at some point, and the more willing you are to offer it, the more likely you are to receive it in return. And in general, being flexible is a positive thing to show in court, rather than negative.

In Pennsylvania, you can't just move to a different city with your child without telling the other parent first. Any mo...
04/14/2026

In Pennsylvania, you can't just move to a different city with your child without telling the other parent first. Any move which would affect their custody time requires you to follow certain steps. This is true even if you're "only" moving to the next county over. Not following the proper procedure can cause substantial challenges and complications during a time when you're already trying to plan a move.

Before making any plans to relocate, it's important to understand the requirements and what the court will expect to see.

Happy National Siblings Day! Sibling relationships are often some of the longest relationships in our lives. They can ...
04/10/2026

Happy National Siblings Day! Sibling relationships are often some of the longest relationships in our lives. They can be close, complicated, supportive, or all three at once.

Days like today remind us how important it is to protect family relationships where we can; whether that’s through thoughtful planning or navigating difficult transitions with care.

However your family looks, those connections matter.

It's extremely common for parents to call us confused about why they have to pay child support if they aren't exercising...
02/27/2026

It's extremely common for parents to call us confused about why they have to pay child support if they aren't exercising any custody (whether they want to have custody or not). In Pennsylvania, your child is entitled to support from both parents even if they never see one of their parents. If you have an upcoming child support hearing and need to know what to expect, we can help you understand the process.

"Relocation" happens when one parent moves with a child far enough that it makes it substantially more difficult or impo...
02/24/2026

"Relocation" happens when one parent moves with a child far enough that it makes it substantially more difficult or impossible for the other parent to have the same amount of custody time and involvement. The relocation rules are complex and each case is determined on a case by case basis.

If you have been told that the other parent intends to relocate with your child, it's important that you speak with a lawyer immediately. Clear guidance helps you understand the various factors and gives you a path forward.

Meeting with a lawyer doesn't commit you to a course of action. You may not even be ready to commit to a course of acti...
02/21/2026

Meeting with a lawyer doesn't commit you to a course of action. You may not even be ready to commit to a course of action yet! What it does is gives you clarity about your goals, your options, and your next steps.

Having clear guidance helps take away the uncertainty that a traumatic change brings.

Family and friends love you and want to help. But even the most caring person won't be able to see the impact of decisi...
02/18/2026

Family and friends love you and want to help. But even the most caring person won't be able to see the impact of decisions in your case. Your divorce and custody case is unique, and you need tailored solutions to meet your needs.

Having steady, informed guidance helps you to make the best decision for your unique situation.

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911 Western Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
15233

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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