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Custody Law

Child custody refers to the rights and obligations between parents, regarding their children, after a divorce, legal separation, or paternity decree.

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Often, the court designates one parent as the primary physical custodian, giving the other parent a schedule of temporary custody and visitation. In some cases, however, the court orders joint legal and physical custody, by which, both parents have substantial access to their children.

Physical Custody

Refers to the amount of time each parent is permitted physically with a child.
Legal Custody

Refers to a parent’s decision-making rights regarding a child’s health, education, and welfare
Custody Factors

Almost every state determines child custody issues based on a best-interest-of-the-child standard.

Frequently Asked Philadelphia Divorce Questions

How long do I have to live in Philadelphia to file for divorce?

Is there a mandatory waiting period in Philadelphia before a divorce can be granted?

How can I serve my spouse in Philadelphia? If attempts to serve do not work, can I serve by publication?

What are the specific forms I will need to file for a divorce in Philadelphia?

Where do I file for divorce in Philadelphia, PA?

How much are filing fees at the local courthouse?

Philadelphia Office

8:30 am - 5:30 pm

215-490-9999

1601 Market St.
Suite 2230
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Directions

Where is our Philadelphia office? Cordell & Cordell’s Philadelphia, PA, office is located at 1601 Market St., in Suite 2230 in between 16th and 17th St. If driving, take either I-676, I-76, or I-95 into Center City. The office is across the street from Liberty One, on block west of City Hall. The nearest parking garages available are at 1700 Market St. and LAZ Centre Square Parking.

Reviews of the Pennsylvania Offices

“I’m so thankful for Cassandra. She was always on top of anything that needed to be done. She was a friendly voice to hear when everything else was not going so well. She did a really good job.” – Todd F.

— Todd F.