Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, not a community property state. Under 23 Pa.C.S. § 3502, the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, Family Division divides marital property based on 13 statutory factors, including each spouse's income, earning capacity, contribution to the other's earning power, and the standard of living established during the marriage. That means a business owner, an executive with deferred compensation, or a spouse with a multi-state property portfolio is looking at a fact-specific outcome, not a formula.
At Weisberg Law, our attorneys build the factual record those 13 factors turn on: asset tracing, valuation documentation, and income analysis that holds up when a judge weighs the case. We represent spouses and parents in Philadelphia facing high-income divorce, complex custody disputes, and the full range of family law matters that follow separation.
Serving Clients Throughout Pennsylvania & New Jersey
Family law matters involving multi-state assets, out-of-state businesses, or property held across Pennsylvania and New Jersey require coordination between jurisdictions on valuation and enforcement. Our attorneys, led by Matthew B. Weisberg, handle those cross-border complications directly rather than routing them through local counsel in a second state.
High-Income & High-Asset Divorce
Under 23 Pa.C.S. § 3501, marital property includes everything acquired during the marriage, plus the increase in value of separate property that occurred during the marriage. That second part catches people off guard: a business owned before marriage, or a home that appreciated significantly while the couple was together, can still put marital dollars on the table.
We work with forensic accountants and valuation experts on cases involving:
Business ownership interests and closely held companies
Executive compensation, stock options, and deferred bonuses
Retirement accounts, pensions, and QDROs
Real estate portfolios and investment properties
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreement disputes
Hidden or undisclosed assets
Because marital misconduct plays no role in how property is divided under Pennsylvania law, the case turns entirely on documentation: what was acquired when, how it was titled, and whether separate funds were kept separate or commingled. That is where high-asset cases are won or lost.
Child Custody & Child Support
Under 23 Pa.C.S. § 5328, the court determines custody based on the child's best interest, giving substantial weighted consideration to factors that affect the child's safety before weighing the rest, including which party is more likely to maintain a stable and consistent relationship with the child and which party is more likely to support ongoing contact with the other parent. No single factor decides the outcome; the court looks at the totality of the circumstances.
Our family law team handles:
Legal and physical custody disputes
Custody modifications and relocation cases
Parenting time and visitation schedules
Child support calculations and modifications
High-conflict custody litigation, including cases involving allegations of parental unfitness
When safety findings are part of a case, the statute requires supervised custody for the party posing the risk until that risk is rebutted. We prepare for that standard from the outset rather than treating it as a late-stage surprise.
Additional Family Law Services
Beyond divorce and custody, our attorneys assist clients with:
Spousal support and alimony
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
Marital settlement agreements
Property division and equitable distribution
Divorce litigation and mediation
Post-divorce modifications and enforcement
Why Work With Weisberg Law
Weisberg Law has represented clients in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas since 2005. Matthew Weisberg has argued before the Supreme Court. We offer free consultations, flat transparent fees, and a 24-hour response commitment, because equitable distribution and custody cases move on court timelines, not convenient ones. Read what past clients have said in our client reviews.
If you're facing a high-income divorce or custody dispute in Philadelphia, contact us onlineor call (610) 550-8042 to schedule your free consultation.
Decades of experience, thousands helped, and a commitment to affordable, accessible justice.
Over 20 Years of Experience
Since 2005 our firm has advocated for the rights of clients in Philadelphia and surrounding cities. In addition, our attorneys have been in the legal field for over 20 years bringing immeasurable knowledge with them to the firm.
Thousands of Clients Helped
We have helped thousands of clients with both small and big cases since the inception of the firm. Our attorney Matthew Weisberg has had the opportunity to fight for the rights of clients before the Supreme Court.
We Offer Free Consultations
We understand the stressful nature of the situation you can be in. Call us for a free consultation and we will strive for a response within 24 hours.
We Provide Affordable Pricing
We are committed to providing transparent flat fees that are affordable. Everyone deserves the ability to fight for their rights without the worry of affordability.
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