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Andrew D. Taylor, Esquire

FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY

ataylor@shemtoblaw.com

215-542-2105

I have dedicated my career to the practice of family law. I have found over the years that, while there is a great deal of information about divorce available online, a lot of it is inaccurate. I created this blog to discuss current topics, trends and changes in Pennsylvania family law.

I am experienced in all aspects of family law, including equitable distribution, alimony, child support, child custody and abuse matters. I practice in Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, Berks, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. I have argued before the Pennsylvania Superior Court and Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

I work to resolve cases amicably. However, when this is not possible, I aggressively pursue my clients’ rights in court.

A Few Simple Do’s and Don’ts For the Holidays

November 30, 2017 by Andrew D. Taylor, Esq.

What could be more stressful than the holidays? Try getting through the holidays if you are a divorced or separated parent. This is especially true for those parents who have trouble with their ex-spouse during the rest of the year.Conflict is often exacerbated between separated parents during the holiday season. Oftentimes, though, the tension and … Continue reading A Few Simple Do’s and Don’ts For the Holidays

I Have to Pay How Much?: Temporary Spousal Support in Pennsylvania

August 4, 2017 by Andrew D. Taylor, Esq.

Clients are often shocked at what they have to pay to their soon-to-be ex-spouse while a divorce case slowly winds through the system. In Pennsylvania, after a divorce complaint is filed but before a divorce decree is entered, the spouse who makes more money has to pay the other alimony pendente lite or “APL.” The … Continue reading I Have to Pay How Much?: Temporary Spousal Support in Pennsylvania

Your Cheatin’ Heart: The Role of Adultery in Pennsylvania Divorces

March 31, 2017March 31, 2017 by Andrew D. Taylor, Esq.

By: Andrew D. Taylor, Esq. One of the most common questions I hear is: how does my spouse’s infidelity factor into my divorce? She/he doesn’t get custody of the kids, right? I get all of the assets and lifetime alimony, right? The answer is that, while adultery can be relevant, it often has little impact … Continue reading Your Cheatin’ Heart: The Role of Adultery in Pennsylvania Divorces

When Should a Child Visit a Parent in Jail?

March 17, 2017 by Andrew D. Taylor, Esq.

By: Andrew D. Taylor, Esq. Imagine the horrific scenario where one parent shoots the other during a custody exchange, is convicted of attempted homicide and sentenced to prison. It is safe to assume that the incarcerated parent will not be seeing the kids, right? Wrong. To some, it may seem odd that an incarcerated … Continue reading When Should a Child Visit a Parent in Jail?