School Placement Disputes: You May Already Be Too Late

Each year, summer seems to turn to fall with a greater vengeance; back-to-school ads start sooner; pre-season football takes over the airwaves; even the weather seems to turn cooler sooner. And, for many school students, the school year has crept … →

Back to School Tips for Divorcing Parents

As the first day of school approaches, it is a good time to start planning for the new school year, especially when the parents are living separately for the first time. Here are some things to consider: The first day … →

In the Spotlight: Protection from Abuse

Conflict in the household is often a driving factor that leads partners to contemplate separation or divorce. Such conflict can take many forms, from overt physical abuse to ongoing, subtle emotional mistreatment. And the abuse can arise from a single … →

When Custody of the Grandkids is at Issue

Custody of the Grandkids One of the most difficult areas of Pennsylvania family law offers unique challenges and opportunities for grandparents Carla Schiff Donnelly, Esq. Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Many people say that one of the most … →

Hear GHA Attorney Carla Donnelly Talking Divorce, Custody

Recently, Attorney Carla Donnelly appeared on the KQV Radio Show “Dealing with Divorce” hosted by Nan Cohen.  She talks about getting started with your divorce, custody issues and what happens at an initial consultation.  Listen in!  

New Year, New Resolution (Methods) – Collaborative Divorce

How Collaborative Divorce is Changing Divorce and Child Custody When someone realizes that they are facing a divorce or custody dispute, they often face a moment of terror. Not just because there are now major questions looming as to how … →

Carla Schiff Donnelly Argues Custody Case Before Pennsylvania Supreme Court

On November 1, 2016, Carla Schiff Donnelly, Principal and Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., argued a child custody case before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.  Attorney Donnelly had prevailed on behalf of her client before the Superior Court.  The Pennsylvania … →

Rebecca Myers to Lead GHA’s Collaborative Law Practice Group

Gives Firm New Capability in Resolving Family Law Cases Out of Court Using Collaborative Law Pittsburgh – Rebecca A. Myers, an attorney in the Pittsburgh family law firm of Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., has completed specialized training in mediation … →