Court OK’s prenup-turned-post-nup
Prenuptial agreements are a useful way for a soon-to-be-married couple to protect assets they are bringing into a marriage. Essentially,
December 18, 2020
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COVID-era divorce solutions could outlive pandemic
The Covid-19 crisis has impacted every aspect of life, including divorce. With courthouses closed to the public, divorcing couples have
December 11, 2020
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Wife’s stake in business subject to ‘marketability discount’
One of the most contentious issues that can arise in a divorce is the status of a family business, particularly
December 4, 2020
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How relocating can impact your divorce
It’s very common for someone who’s getting divorced to think about moving to a different state. Maybe they live far
November 4, 2020
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Understanding Child Support in Massachusetts
Divorce cases involving children often require a court decision regarding which parent should have physical and/or legal responsibility. Whether granted
October 28, 2020
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How to Land on Your Feet After Divorce
Divorce takes a toll emotionally, physically, and mentally on everyone involved. It’s not uncommon for individuals going through a divorce
October 2, 2020
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Remember to update your beneficiaries when you divorce
A recent Massachusetts case serves as yet another reminder that when you divorce, it’s important to review all your insurance
September 25, 2020
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Out of State Child Support Modification
Child Support and Out-of-State Issues Whether one parent is living just over the Massachusetts border in New Hampshire but still
September 11, 2020
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How can I establish paternity if my child’s mother is married to someone else?
A father petitioning for paternity needs to have a full understanding of the legal process. Fathers who are unmarried in
September 4, 2020
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Divorce When Only One Partner Lives in Massachusetts
Many married couples live separately, even across state lines, for reasons which have nothing to do with the health of
August 24, 2020
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Divorcing in Massachusetts: Initiating the Process
The Basics When beginning the divorce process in Massachusetts, it is important to answer two key questions. First, is the
July 29, 2020
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If my ex purchased our marital home before we were married, can I request the house as part of my divorce settlement?
In an ideal situation, you’d work with your ex to divide up assets fairly. Unfortunately, that isn’t always possible. Many
July 9, 2020
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How To Protect Your Children During a Divorce
Children are more intuitive than we give them credit. Divorce takes a toll on every member of the family, but
July 6, 2020
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Am I Allowed to Date if My Divorce is Pending?
Divorce can be a lengthy process, and for many divorcing couples, the marriage is over emotionally long before a divorce
June 24, 2020
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What is co-parenting, and how do we do it once we are divorced?
Co-parenting describes a parenting relationship in which the two parents of a child are not romantically involved but still assume
June 16, 2020
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When should I modify my custody order?
Custody agreements consider factors such as vacation schedules, holidays, monthly or weekly visitation schedules, as well as details related to
June 5, 2020
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When Your Co-Parent Is an Essential Worker
Custody and COVID-19 These are difficult times for everyone, but for divorced and blended families there are particular and unique
May 27, 2020
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Protecting an inheritance in the event of a divorce
If you receive an inheritance during marriage and later get divorced, does your spouse get to share in it? The
May 22, 2020
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Temporarily delegating your parental authority
Imagine you’re headed off with your spouse for a weeklong vacation in Europe or the Caribbean. You can’t even remember
May 8, 2020
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Updating Your Child Custody Agreement
My ex-spouse has asked to pick up our children, of whom we share custody, at a different time from that
May 4, 2020
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