When you get married, you and your partner combine many aspects of your lives. This means that during a divorce you will have to split up these various aspects. You may have to figure out child custody, child support, and alimony among other things. Another important aspect of a divorce is the division of assets. […]
Read MoreIf you are a grandparent, you know how important it is to spend time with your grandchildren. Unfortunately, in some cases, grandparents struggle to obtain visitation rights. This is especially difficult in the state of Massachusetts, which is fairly strict when it comes to grandparents’ rights. If you are a grandparent struggling with visitation, you […]
Read MoreMany of us are worried about the spread of the new coronavirus. Fortunately, there are several things we can do to help ensure we stay safe from the virus, as well as that we do not spread the virus ourselves. Please continue reading to learn more about the virus and some of the most important […]
Read MoreDivorce is a complicated process that requires a lot of time and patience. When a couple is divorcing, they wish to end their marriage and move on with their lives in the best way possible. In Massachusetts, there are a few different things that must be done in order for a couple to file for […]
Read MoreIf you are involved in a situation where your former spouse tries to relocate with your child, this can be hard to deal with. You will have to seek action before this becomes a reality. At this time, you can involve the court. You do not want your child to be farther away from you, […]
Read MoreSince divorce is already a tough process, some spouses may find it more beneficial to participate in a mediated divorce. These kind of divorces require the cooperation of both spouses to meet with a mediator that acts as a neutral party. Instead of going to court and pushing themselves through an even more emotional process, […]
Read MoreChanged Circumstance for a Child Support Modification Sometimes life changes require that you seek an adjustment or modification to your current child support obligation. While not every single life change may warrant such a modification, there are times when the modification may be permitted. Under Massachusetts law, if you have a changed circumstance, you may […]
Read MoreDetermining Child Custody When Mental Health Issues are Involved When determining child custody issues, it is always best to keep the child’s best interest at the core of your decision. If parents cannot make the decision on their own, they often seek judicial intervention. When a court decides the custody arrangements of children, they always […]
Read MoreAlimony is the payment of financial support from one spouse to the former spouse, for a specific period of time. A judge may consider a number of factors when deciding if a spouse is entitled to spousal support. Although this is not an exhaustive list, some factors that a judge may consider are: Length of […]
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