Recently, more and more couples are moving away from traditional divorce litigation to alternative, more peaceful means of divorce. Please continue reading and reach out to our experienced Massachusetts divorce attorney to learn more about some divorce alternatives that may work best for you and your spouse. Here are some of the questions you may […]
Read MoreIf you are getting a divorce and are worried about the litigation process, you are not alone. Fortunately, there may be an alternative available to you: collaborative divorce. Please read on and reach out to our experienced divorce attorneys to learn more about how we can help you through the legal process going forward. Here […]
Read MoreDivorce is an extremely personal and oftentimes emotionally taxing event, despite it being a common occurrence in our society. It is not easy to break off a marriage, and on top of the emotional stress that comes with divorce, people naturally have many legal questions as well. What constitutes a divorce in Massachusetts? Massachusetts has […]
Read MoreWhen a couple comes to the realization that their marriage is no longer working, it may be time to start talking about the different options for divorce. There are several methods of divorce and of course, some work better for certain couples than they do for others. Some couples may not be able to resolve […]
Read MoreWhen a couple makes the decision that they no longer want to be married, they will have to sit down and decide what method of divorce is best for them. Some couples just want a judge to decide the contested matters of the divorce for them because it simply won’t work any other way. In […]
Read MoreMansfield Divorce Lawyer Discusses Being Deposed for Divorce Question: Do I have to accept the fact that my husband wants me to be deposed for divorce? Can the legal fees involved charged by my attorney be paid by him as he has requested this deposition? Answer: Either party made to depose the other party it […]
Read MoreHow Does Payment for Extracurricular Activities Work in a Divorce in Massachusetts? The payment for extracurricular activities is generally agreed to by both the parties. I feel both parents really do have the best interest for their children at heart and they know what’s important to the child and what’s not important to the child. […]
Read MoreAs the Defendant in the Divorce how Can I Get the Divorce Process Moving? Question: My spouse filed for divorce in April 2014 based off 1 year separation with separation agreement. I wasn’t served until July 3 after notifying the court I haven’t been served. I responded with an answer July 22 2014. Now my […]
Read MoreHow Is An Inheritance Treated During a Divorce in Massachusetts? An inheritance in divorce is divided by the court. They have the right to divide it 50-50 or they can allocate it differently. As a general matter, if an inheritance is fairly traceable to the person that received it, then the court would not […]
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