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Pennsylvania Family Law FAQ

Your Family Law Questions, Answered by Our Attorneys

Have Pennsylvania family law questions? Below, our family law attorneys answer the questions we hear most about divorce, custody, child support and alimony in short videos, each paired with a written answer you can read in a couple of minutes. Click any question to watch the video and get the full answer.

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What Our Family Law Clients Say

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Child Custody, Family Law
I want to share my honest experience with this firm. Before finding them, I went into a court hearing unrepresented and experienced an incredibly traumatic situation. I was laughed at, bullied, and subjected to snide remarks by the opposing party. Leaving that room, I was so overwhelmed I could barely breathe or drive home. I lost that day over false allegations made by my daughter’s father, who claimed I was a drug addict among other things. As someone with trauma related to men, being left alone in a room full of them was terrifying. I knew I needed a lawyer, but I knew nothing about the courtroom and was petrified. I was assigned Kaitlyn, a young lawyer, but it quickly became apparent she knew more than the 80-year-old attorney the opposing party had hired. She fought for me with such grace. Sydney, her assistant, made sure every single one of my emails was heard, even when I brought up things that didn’t strictly matter in a legal sense. I sometimes felt like I was oversharing or being “too much,” but they never made me feel that way. When I felt like I was losing my mind, Kaitlyn rescued my child from a postpartum agreement made seven years ago. They worked together as an incredible team. Nick stepped in for my last hearing with absolutely no filter, and I loved it. He made a blunt comment about how long the opposing lawyer would take because he should have retired years ago, and even suggested my child’s father tell him that. I wasn’t looking for revenge, but after everything I’d been through, hearing that felt amazing. They truly worked as a unified team. A massive thank you to Kaitlyn and Sydney for starting this journey with me and keeping me from breaking down, and to Nick for getting us over the finish line. WE WON! If you need a custody attorney, this IS the firm that will FIGHT!
Paula C.

July 29, 2026

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Family Law
I had a child support hearing via phone. I was being represented by Kaitlyn Burke Papay, Esq. Initially we started off a bit rocky because of some miscommunication on my part. Afterward she was very patient and courteous enough to give me detailed explanations of the documents I received after the hearing, despite me being a little emotional. She remained professional and delivered what I considered to be 5 star service. She’s an asset to Arm Lawyers and I highly recommend that you go with her, she’s a great person and and even better Attorney. Great support and great representation! Thanks for everything Kaitlyn!
Vernon R.

May 22, 2026

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Child Custody
Kaitlyn Papay and Sydney Charlie did such an amazing job helping me get custody of my daughter. Initially I started the process without a lawyer and I can’t tell you how much of a disaster it was. It didn’t take long before I realized that I wouldn’t get far without help so I did some research and heard about ARM lawyers from a family member who knows someone they represented. The first time I walked into mediation with Kaitlyn and got to see her doing her thing I was so impressed. She was so professional, smart and wasnt going to allow me to be unheard like I was in the previous mediation that I did alone. She came with the confidence that I lacked but desperately needed if I was going to win. Having her there made such a huge difference. She is able to understand how emotionally draining and stressful custody can be and whenever there was bad news she knew how to deliver it gently. All throughout the 2 yrs of working with her she was always available and fast to respond when I needed advice. Fast forward to today… We have finally won and I got everything I have been wanting! It was honestly worth every single penny to be able to have had such an amazing supportive team behind me and I can’t be more grateful! If you’re looking for someone to represent you for custody, I 100% recommend ARM lawyers.
Coreyann F.

May 16, 2026

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Family Law
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March 20, 2026

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Family Law
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Richard M.

February 10, 2026

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Family Law
Sydney Charlie and Attorney Lauren Beal (as well as Attorney Masington) were great to work with. Always responsive and understanding!
Jackie K.

January 27, 2026

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Family Law
The staff at the A.R.M. law offices are more than just experienced they are kind and they are informative . I feel like they have me taking care of from my consultation and I feel comfortable knowing that they represent me. Austin Roth
Austin R.

January 23, 2026

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Family Law
Fair price and efficient
Edward F.

January 12, 2026

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Family Law
I had such a great experience with them. I would definitely recommend and also use them again. Kaitlyn was great!
Linda P.

January 2, 2026

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Divorce, Family Law
They answered all my questions and eased my worries from the start of my divorce process to the end. Can’t recommend them enough. I’m a client for life now.
Jay C.

November 24, 2025

Meet Our Family Law Team

The attorneys who handle divorce, custody and support cases at ARM Lawyers.

Nick Masington, family law attorney at ARM Lawyers

Nick Masington

Managing Partner

Practicing law in Northeast Pennsylvania since 1990, Nick works with clients across the firm’s Carbon, Monroe, Lehigh Valley and Pike County offices.

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Ashley Folio Morgan, family law attorney at ARM Lawyers

Ashley Folio Morgan

Partner

Ashley guides clients through divorce, fighting for their rights while staying compassionate about the difficult time they are going through.

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Kaitlyn B. Papay, family law attorney at ARM Lawyers

Kaitlyn B. Papay

Senior Associate

A former law clerk for Monroe County Judge C. Daniel Higgins, Jr., Kaitlyn focuses her practice on family law in ARM’s Palmerton office.

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Lauren Beal, family law attorney at ARM Lawyers

Lauren Beal

Associate

An Albany Law School honors graduate, Lauren was active in the Family Law Society and Family Violence Litigation Clinic before clerking in Carbon County.

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Francis “CJ” Rizzo, Jr., family law attorney at ARM Lawyers

Francis “CJ” Rizzo, Jr.

Associate

CJ works in the firm’s Family Law Practice Group and earned his law degree from the Charleston School of Law.

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