Pennsylvania Family Law Blog – The Law Offices of Sheryl R. Rentz

The Impact of the Hanrahan v. Bakker Decision on High-Income Child Support in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on December 20, 2025

An adult walking hand in hand with a young child outdoors, symbolizing child support considerations and the financial needs of children in high-income Pennsylvania family law cases.

When high-net-worth couples divorce, determining appropriate child support becomes more complicated than simply plugging numbers into a guideline calculator. In Pennsylvania, the courts must go beyond income charts when one or both parents earn significantly more than the standard range. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

Navigating Child Custody in High-Asset Divorces: What Montgomery County Parents Need to Know

By Sheryl Rentz on December 15, 2025

A person reviewing a child custody agreement at a desk, highlighting the legal considerations involved in child custody decisions during high-asset divorces in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

A high-asset divorce creates difficult challenges when it comes to making child custody decisions. Pennsylvania has strict laws about preserving a child’s lifestyle and who gets to make important decisions about schools, medical treatment, and other issues. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

Enforceability of Postnuptial Agreements in Pennsylvania: What You Need to Know

By Sheryl Rentz on December 10, 2025

A married couple reviewing a legal document together at a table, discussing the terms of a postnuptial agreement and its enforceability under Pennsylvania law.

In Pennsylvania, postnuptial agreements are valid legal instruments, but only when certain conditions are met. If you’re thinking about getting a postnuptial agreement, or if you want to contest one, it’s essential to understand the legal requirements for enforceability. Read the rest »

Crafting Effective Visitation Schedules for Busy Professionals in High-Asset Divorces

By Sheryl Rentz on December 5, 2025

A professional planning a schedule by writing in a calendar while holding a smartphone, symbolizing the coordination of visitation schedules and parenting time in high-asset divorce cases.

Balancing a demanding professional life with meaningful parenting time is difficult in any circumstance. But in a high-asset divorce, that balance can become even more complicated. The truth is, both parents need a thoughtful, enforceable plan that supports their children’s needs without disrupting professional obligations. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

Managing Luxury Personal Property in Divorce in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 25, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a legal document while a person writes in the background. The image symbolizes the legal process of bifurcation and timing considerations in high-asset divorce cases in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

In a high-asset divorce, property such as fine art, jewelry, designer collections, collectables, and antiques may have significant monetary value as well as be deeply emotional value. When a marriage ends, deciding who keeps what requires accurate appraisal and strategic negotiation. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

Life After Luxury: Preparing for Lifestyle Changes Following a High-Asset Divorce in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 20, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a judge’s block, with a couple in the background signing divorce documents. The image symbolizes the legal and financial adjustments following a high-asset divorce in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

If you’re facing a high-asset divorce in Montgomery County, it may be time to start anticipating post-divorce lifestyle changes. From scaling back expenses to rethinking long-term financial plans, life after divorce requires a strategic approach. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

High-Asset Divorce: Timing and Bifurcation in Montgomery County

By Sheryl Rentz on November 15, 2025

A gavel and two gold wedding rings rest on a legal document while a person writes in the background. The image symbolizes the legal process of bifurcation and timing considerations in high-asset divorce cases in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

When you’re struggling with a high-asset divorce, it can feel like it’s never going to end. For some spouses, especially in complex cases, separating the official end of the marriage from the division of marital property can be a smart move. But the bifurcation process in Pennsylvania comes with legal, financial, and personal implications that must be carefully weighed before making a decision. Read the rest »

Posted in: High-Asset Divorce

Montgomery County Divorce and Family Law Attorney Sheryl R. Rentz Featured in Suburban Life Magazine

By Sheryl Rentz on November 10, 2025

Professional magazine cover portrait of Pennsylvania divorce attorney Sheryl R. Rentz, founder of the Law Offices of Sheryl R. Rentz, P.C. She is featured in Suburban Life Magazine as a leading Montgomery County family law attorney known for her compassionate advocacy in divorce, child custody, and high-asset family law cases. The cover highlights her 30-plus years of experience guiding clients through complex legal and emotional transitions with integrity and personalized representation.

As the September 2025 Suburban Life article entitled A Strong Advocate When it Matters Most affirms, Sheryl R. Rentz has spent more than thirty years helping guide families through some of life’s most difficult transitions. This includes divorce, custody disputes, division of property, and child support arrangements. From her Bryn Mawr office, Sheryl has built a legal practice founded on empathy, preparedness, and a relentless commitment to doing right by her clients. Read the rest »

Posted in: Firm News

Don’t Rush Your Divorce Settlement in Montgomery County: What You Could Be Giving Up

By Sheryl Rentz on November 5, 2025

A person signs divorce papers on a table with two gold wedding rings placed nearby. The image represents the emotional and financial considerations of finalizing a divorce settlement in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

When you’re ready to move on from a marriage, it’s tempting to push for a quick resolution. But it can be costly to rush your divorce. Rushing a divorce settlement can cost you money, and once a divorce agreement is finalized, it’s very difficult to change. Read the rest »

Posted in: Divorce

Division of Rental Properties in a Montgomery County Divorce

By Sheryl Rentz on October 29, 2025

A gavel next to wooden figures of a couple separated by a miniature house cut in half, symbolizing the division rental properties divorce Montgomery County.

Dividing property in a divorce can be challenging, especially when it includes rental real estate. In high-asset households, rental properties may represent significant financial value.
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Posted in: Property Division

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