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Overview of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders

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Overview of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders

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A graduate of Fordham Law, Carla Risoldi has managed her own law offices in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, since 1994. Over the course of her career in law, Carla Risoldi has gained particular insight into aspects of Pennsylvania family law, including qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs).

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A graduate of Fordham Law, Carla Risoldi has managed her own law offices in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, since 1994. Over the course of her career in law, Carla Risoldi has gained particular insight into aspects of Pennsylvania family law, including qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs).

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Overview of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders

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A graduate of Fordham Law, Carla Risoldi has managed her own law offices in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, since 1994. Over the course of her career in law, Carla Risoldi has gained particular insight into aspects of Pennsylvania family law, including qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) .

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Pennsylvania and New Jersey attorney Carla Risoldi has been a family law attorney since 1991, founding Risoldi Law Offices, LLC in 1994. .Additionally, Carla Risoldi is a dedicated divorce and custody mediator who has completed more than 40 hours of certified training in family law mediation and founded samaggikaranam divorce & custody mediation, llc in 2018 to offer the community the option of litigation or resolving their own case without the necessity of court intervention..

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Pennsylvania and New Jersey attorney Carla Risoldi has been a family law attorney since 1991, founding Risoldi Law Offices, LLC in 1994. .Additionally, Carla Risoldi is a dedicated divorce and custody mediator who has completed more than 40 hours of certified training in family law mediation and founded samaggikaranam divorce & custody mediation, llc in 2018 to offer the community the option of litigation or resolving their own case without the necessity of court intervention..

Choosing a mediator depends on what you want out of mediation. This relates to the dispute, your budget, the amount of time you have, and whether you want the mediator to suggest solutions. All these factors help narrow down a list of potential mediators.

After you know what you want out of mediation, make a list of mediators who fit your criteria. Mediators can come from recommendations from friends or a past mediation experience. Mediators are trained to be third-party advisers, so having a history with them does not mean they will side with you.

Examine the mediators' background. You want a mediator who has a record of handling matters similar to yours. Consider whether the mediator has received any formal training and has knowledge of the local jurisdiction and legal community. The more experience and knowledge mediators possess, the more successful they will be at finding a solution to your dispute.

Finally, complete an orientation with a mediator before hiring him/her. All involved parties should feel comfortable with the mediator and his/her style of mediation.

Since Carla Risoldi is an attorney, she can also facilitate the filing of the documents necessary to finalize the case and get the decree of divorce entered by the court. You can reach Carla Risoldi at 215-741-3700.

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Pennsylvania and New Jersey attorney Carla Risoldi has been a family law attorney since 1991, founding Risoldi Law Offices, LLC in 1994. .Additionally, Carla Risoldi is a dedicated divorce and custody mediator who has completed more than 40 hours of certified training in family law mediation and founded samaggikaranam divorce & custody mediation, llc in...

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A Brief Explanation of Pleadings in Civil Litigation

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A Brief Explanation of Pleadings in Civil Litigation

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After graduating with a B.A. Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania (where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa) and a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in Manhattan, Carla Risoldi became an Assistant District Attorney in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. In July, 1994, Carla Risoldi opened her own law firm, Risoldi Law Offices, LLC, which has been serving satisfied clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey ever since..

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After graduating with a B.A. Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania (where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa) and a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in Manhattan, Carla Risoldi became an Assistant District Attorney in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. In July, 1994, Carla Risoldi opened her own law firm, Risoldi Law Offices, LLC, which has been serving satisfied clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey ever since..

At the start of civil lawsuits, usually meaning a lawsuit over money damages, attorneys have to write pleadings - documents filed with the court. These documents clarify each side's initial standpoint.

The pleadings phase starts with a complaint submitted by the plaintiff. The complaint contains the plaintiff's view of the facts and what he/she wants to receive from the lawsuit.

After that, the defendant submits a pleading, called an answer. This document clarifies the defendant's standpoint and the reason the plaintiff's case is not valid. This document may also contain facts omitted from the complaint. Ir is important that the defendant answer the pleading in the manner and time required by law, or else, he or she will face the possibility of losing the case by way of a "default".

The defendant may also file another type of pleading called a counter-claim. This pleading asserts that the plaintiff has harmed the defendant. The defendant may submit the counter-claim together with or separate from the answer, but must be aware of the procedural requirements and time allowed to do so.

Civil litigation can be complex, involving many types of pleadings, including "motions" relating to issues such as procedural and evidentiary issues and also includes the "discovery" process whereby each side can ask the other questions either in written form, called "interrogatories", or in person, called a "deposition", As part of discovery, parties can also request documents from each other in the form of "request for production of documents" or from third parties, usually by way of a "subpoena". One side may also request that the other side agree to certain facts which is called a "request for admissions."

Many counties, including Bucks County in Pennsylvania, will require that the parties participate in a court-sponsored arbitration process if the amount in dispute meets the criteria. In Bucks County, the arbitration panel consists of three attorneys selected at random from the roster of attorneys in the county. This is an excellent opportunity for the litigants to test the strength of their cases or defenses and often leads to a settlement, either before or after the panel submits their recommended resolution for the case. Other counties have similar programs and some, such as in New Jersey, have specialized courts for these lower-dispute cases, such as the "Special Civil Part".

If you are the plaintiff or defendant in a civil litigation, you should have the benefit of experienced counsel. You can reach Carla Risoldi at 215-741-3700.

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A Brief Explanation of Pleadings in Civil Litigation

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After graduating with a B.A. Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania (where she was elected to Phi Beta Kappa) and a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law in Manhattan, Carla Risoldi became an Assistant District Attorney in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. In July, 1994, Carla Risoldi opened her own law firm, Risoldi Law...

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How a Child’s Preference Impacts Custody Disputes

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How a Child’s Preference Impacts Custody Disputes

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After a term working as an assistant district attorney, Carla Risoldi founded her Pennsylvania and New Jersey legal firm, Risoldi Law Offices, LLC. Carla Risoldi focuses on areas of family law, including divorce, grandparents’ rights, and child custody.

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After a term working as an assistant district attorney, Carla Risoldi founded her Pennsylvania and New Jersey legal firm, Risoldi Law Offices, LLC. Carla Risoldi focuses on areas of family law, including divorce, grandparents' rights, and child custody.

When parents separate and cannot agree on a child custody arrangement, both Pennsylvania and New Jersey courts weigh several factors to determine the legal and physical custody arrangements for children. While children's safety and best interests are prioritized, their input is also considered in most cases.

How a child's preference impacts custody decisions depends on a variety of factors. For example, if both parents are equally fit, the child's preference may contribute more significantly to the final decision.

Further, older children who provide reasoned preferences may have more influence on custody outcomes than young children who may not be able to articulate their feelings. Likewise, many young children may experience psychological distress if asked to choose a parent. For this reason, the preferences of young children are generally presented to the court through a psychological report rather than direct testimony.

Most courts have some type of pre-trial evaluation process that can assist the courts in understanding the various positions of the parties and these usually consider the input of older children and their preferences. In some cases, a special attorney may be appointed to represent the child separately from the parents. If the case still ends up going to court for a full trial, the judge may have the child come to testify, either in open court or in chambers with the court reporter present and usually with both parents' attorneys present. Procedures will vary from judge to judge and may depend on the age and maturity of the child and the facts of the case.

If you are facing a disputed custody situation, you should have the benefit of legal advice from experienced counsel. Carla Risoldi is not only an experienced family law attorney, but also is a custody mediator, having founded samaggikaranam divorce & custody mediation, llc in 2019. You can reach Ms. Risoldi by calling 215-741-3700 or at http://www.risoldilawoffices.com or sam-mediation.com

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How a Child's Preference Impacts Custody Disputes

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After a term working as an assistant district attorney, Carla Risoldi founded her Pennsylvania and New Jersey legal firm, Risoldi Law Offices, LLC. Carla Risoldi focuses on areas of family law, including divorce, grandparents' rights, and child custody. When parents separate and cannot agree on a child custody arrangement, both Pennsylvania and New Jersey courts...

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What is Open Duration Alimony in New Jersey?

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What is Open Duration Alimony in New Jersey?

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Family law attorney Carla Risoldi is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Attorney Carla Risoldi works closely with her clients to reach divorce agreements that ensure spouses and their children receive the support they are entitled to under state law.

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Family law attorney Carla Risoldi is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Attorney Carla Risoldi works closely with her clients to reach divorce agreements that ensure spouses and their children receive the support they are entitled to under state law.

In 2014, New Jersey passed legislation that redefined the conditions for alimony. Prior to this rule change, a spouse could be ordered to pay alimony permanently. Today, the duration of alimony payments is now dependent on several factors, including the length of the marriage. The new arrangement, known as open duration alimony, can only be applied if the marriage lasted at least 20 years.

The spouse who receives alimony must also demonstrate financial dependency. The order terminates if the more financially-secure spouse passes away or retires. Likewise, the spouse receiving support no longer qualifies for alimony if he or she remarries or has a long-term relationship with a live-in partner. The terms of open duration alimony can also be revised should the paying spouse face a significant change in employment or finances.

Law regarding alimony and property division in a divorce can be complicated. If you are faced with a divorce, you should have the benefit of experienced counsel. Carla Risoldi has been practicing family law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 1994. She practices throughout New Jersey with an emphasis on cases in Mercer County, Burlington County and Hunterdon County, New Jersey. You can reach top-rated family law attorney Carla Risoldi at Risoldi Law Offices, 215-741-3700, http://www.risoldilawoffices.com.

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What is Open Duration Alimony in New Jersey?

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Family law attorney Carla Risoldi is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Attorney Carla Risoldi works closely with her clients to reach divorce agreements that ensure spouses and their children receive the support they are entitled to under state law. In 2014, New Jersey passed legislation that redefined the conditions for alimony.