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Divorce Attorney in Pittsburgh

Helping Clients Dissolve Their Marriage

Although we all hope for marriage to end in happily ever after, this is not always the case for couples. If you can no longer make your marriage work, you need to retain the skilled legal services of a divorce attorney to guide you through the process of dissolving your marriage. At Schmidt Bresnahan Law Group, LLC in Pittsburgh, our legal team has assisted clients through the divorce process for nearly 20 years and is backed by a history of successful results. You can rely on us during this difficult time.

Reach out to our Pittsburg law office today at (412) 693-6681 to set up an initial consultation with our knowledgeable divorce attorney to discuss the details of your case.

Filing for Divorce in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania offers both fault-based and no-fault divorce. If you wish to file for a fault-based divorce, you must prove grounds for divorce.

Below are the fault-based grounds for divorce available in the state:

  • Adultery
  • Abandonment
  • Bigamy
  • Cruel or barbarous treatment
  • Imprisonment
  • Your spouse behaved in a way that made your life extremely difficult or unbearable

Below are the no-fault grounds for divorce you can claim:

  • Mutual consent
  • Institutionalization
  • Irretrievable breakdown

Key Issues in a Divorce

No two divorces are alike. However, in most cases, spouses will generally have to resolve certain key issues when dissolving their marriage. Depending on the unique factors of your case, these issues can determine how complex and time-consuming your divorce ultimately is.

Here are the key issues you must resolve during your divorce:

  • Property division
  • Alimony
  • Child custody
  • Child support

No matter how complicated or straightforward your divorce case may be, you can rely on our experienced divorce team to provide the strong legal support you need to get through and protect your interests. We understand how challenging this experience can be and will work diligently on your behalf to secure the results you deserve.

Discuss the Details of Your Divorce Case with Our Knowledgeable Family Law Attorney Today!

If you recently decided to end your marriage, now is the time to hire a skilled legal advocate to represent your case and ensure you navigate this emotionally taxing process as smoothly as possible. At Schmidt Bresnahan Law Group, LLC in Pittsburgh, our divorce attorney has a reputation for providing clients with sound legal advice and effective strategies that address their unique goals and needs. With our team on your side, you can rest assured your case will be in good hands with us.

Reach out to our divorce team today at (412) 693-6681 to set up a consultation with our experienced attorney and learn more about your legal options.

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    We take the time to get to know our clients, listen to their concerns and educate them on the process.
  • Honest Representation
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  • Personal Attention & Responsiveness
    We treat each case with extreme attention to detail and maintain open communication so you can always rely on us to be there for you when you need us the most.
  • An Emphasis on Strong Family Values
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