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What Is a Pennsylvania Child Custody Order?

By Sheryl Rentz on July 11, 2012

A divorce is incredibly difficult for all parties involved, but it can be particularly hard when children are part of the equation. Deciding who will have custody of the children and if it will be joint or sole custody, or establishing child visitation guidelines for the parent who does not have sole custody, can be an especially contentious matter for a divorcing pair; however, there are legal means that can help families reach an amicable agreement. One such way to reach a harmonious agreement is to create a child custody order, which is a legal document that sets the terms and conditions of who has custody of a child.

A child custody order can be beneficial for parents, and some of the advantages include: Read the rest »