Pittsburgh, PA Family Law and Estate Planning Attorney

Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C.

310 Grant Street Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 USA

 (412) 261-9900
 (412) 261-7100

www.gha-lawfirm.com
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Law Firm Overview

Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., is known for our experience in representing clients in high net-worth cases and contentious family law disputes. We are committed to providing exceptional legal counsel in the areas of family law, estates and trusts. Our skilled litigators can pursue probate and trust disputes in court. Whether you are seeking to settle or litigate a family law case or need counsel for estate planning, administration or litigation, our attorneys are here to assist you.

Our firm’s philosophy of service is based on providing quality and professional legal service, getting the best possible results with the least animosity and respecting confidence. We ensure that we maintain communication and accessibility, responding promptly to our clients’ needs. We strive for amicable resolutions to family law disputes, thus we negotiate when possible. However, we have the skill to litigate aggressively when necessary.

You can rely on our abilities in the courtroom and our reputation throughout the legal community. Our firm has an AV rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, the highest ranking that organization bestows. To arrange an appointment with one of our attorneys, please call our Pittsburgh office at 412-261-9900 or contact us online.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Spousal Support, Equitable Distribution, High Net Worth Divorce, Cohabitation Agreement, Grandparents'/Third-Party Custody and Visitation, Protection From Abuse, Estate Litigation, Estate Administration

Practice Areas Description

- Divorce

Divorce is not the outcome anyone hopes for, but if you are facing a divorce, you have many important decisions to make. Do not try to make these decisions alone. This is an emotional time and you may benefit from the guidance of an experienced attorney in family law. At Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., we have assisted thousands of people through the divorce process. Some of our lawyers helped draft the Pennsylvania Divorce Code that was passed in 1980; some of the Pittsburgh divorce attorneys at the firm have assisted with subsequent amendments to the Code. We have the knowledge and experience you need to make decisions that are right for you and your family during this time.


- Equitable Distribution

The division of marital assets is usually a contentious part of a divorce. However, when you work with an experienced divorce lawyer, you will have a knowledgeable advocate on your side. We learn what is important to our clients, so we can advise them on when to settle or litigate. Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., is one of the most experienced divorce firms in the Western Pennsylvania area. Whether you need a simple division of marital assets or valuation and separation of complex financial holdings, our Pittsburgh attorneys can assist you.


- Spousal Support

Not surprisingly, spousal support and alimony are often the cause of bitter disputes during a divorce. One spouse may feel that financially supporting the other throughout the marriage was enough, while the other spouse may believe that he or she should be compensated for non-monetary contributions. It is an issue that inextricably combines emotional and financial concerns.


- High Net Worth Divorce

When complex financial holdings such as businesses, stock options or sophisticated retirement plans are part of your marital assets, you need a divorce lawyer who understands finance and tax issues. Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., has extensive experience with high net-worth divorce. In fact, we have handled more divorces involving assets in the tens of millions of dollars than any other law firm in Pittsburgh.


- Complex Child Support

At Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., we know that not all divorces are straightforward matters. That's because we represent more people in complex and high-asset divorces than any other law firm in Pittsburgh. We have the experience to guide you through divorces involving sophisticated assets and financial holdings.


- Divorce Tax Planning

When a married couple decides to divorce, they often do not realize the tax implications of the decisions they will be making. Even when both parties are very concerned about the financial aspects of divorce, tax issues are often overlooked. The Pittsburgh divorce tax planning attorneys at Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., advise divorce clients in all matters. Our lawyers have extensive experience with high net-worth divorce and complex assets. In addition, the firm works with financial advisers and tax experts to provide clients with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions.


- Prenuptial Agreement

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are beneficial for people with a high net worth as well as people with more modest assets. They are useful tools for anyone who wants to set aside assets for children or protect assets in the event of divorce or the death of a spouse. These agreements can also provide protection for children of prior relationships.


- Cohabitation Agreement

Couples who live together but are not legally married, whether of the same or different sexes, need a written contract in order to have rights if the relationship ends. Much like prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for married couples, cohabitation agreements specify rights to property and other benefits. Our lawyers have experience in all areas of family law, including the laws that affect same sex couples. Our attorneys can work with you to protect assets and define rights that are important to you and your family.


- Child Custody

During a custody battle, if parents cannot agree on a parenting plan with the help of attorneys, mediators or custody conciliators, the court will make the final custody determination. Because the judge does not know the child or parents, this is the solution of last resort. The child custody and visitation lawyers at Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., will work closely with you to find a solution that is best for the child and agreeable to all parties. We understand that this can be a very difficult decision, so we strive to keep everyone focused on meeting the needs of the children first.


- Child Support

Unfortunately, child support payments sometimes become just one more thing couples fight about during a divorce. However, it is crucial that the child receives adequate financial support, regardless of the parents' feelings about each other. At Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., we help everyone focus on the fact that child support is the right of the child, not the parents. Our Pittsburgh child support attorneys represent people who are determining or modifying support orders. We have extensive experience in all areas of family law, including complex support for couples with a high net worth.


- Grandparents'/Third-Party Custody and Visitation

After a divorce, or when a parent dies, a child's grandparents and other relatives may be without visitation rights. In these cases, the grandparents or another third party may seek visitation rights and primary or legal custody. A third party may be the former unmarried partner of the child's parent or a close relative such as an aunt or uncle. This situation is also common when a GLBT couple ends a relationship and one partner wants visitation or custody rights to a child.


- Protection From Abuse

If you have been the victim of domestic violence, you may need the court's help to protect yourself and your family. One way to accomplish this is to file a protection from abuse (PFA) order, also known as a temporary restraining order. A lawyer can help you through this process.


- Estate Planning

Every adult should have an estate plan, regardless of the size of his or her estate. If you die intestate (without a will), the court will divide your assets according to Pennsylvania law. This may result in a portion of your estate going to relatives you do not favor or, in extreme cases, to the government. A will allows you to leave assets to the beneficiaries you choose. You can also name guardians for your children and specify your funeral wishes. By creating a trust as well, you may avoid much of the expense of probate and minimize taxes.


- Estate Administration

Probate is the legal process by which a will is proven and an estate administered. It is a lengthy, formal process because there are many rules in place to protect heirs, beneficiaries and creditors. If you are the executor or trustee of an estate, you are facing several months of legal proceedings. Most people work with a probate and estate administration lawyer to make the process easier. The estate administration attorneys at Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., assist executors and trustees with all aspects of estate administration. In addition, we can represent you or your family in any estate or trust litigation matters that may arise.


- Estate Litigation

During the administration process, beneficiaries and other interested parties have the right to challenge the estate or trust. If a dispute arises, you may not be able to resolve it without the assistance of a lawyer. If you and your family need representation in a complex estate or trust dispute, Gentile, Horoho & Avalli, P.C., can help.

Attorneys

	Charles J. Avalli Attorney Estate Planning, Family Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration		Gary G. Gentile Attorney Business Law, Estate Planning, Family Law
	Kenneth J. Horoho, Jr. Attorney Business Law, Estate Planning, Family Law

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