Child support matters can certainly be among some of the most contentious issues in a Massachusetts divorce. Failure to keep up with child support payments can result in harsh penalties, including jail time in the most serious of cases. Recently, federal prosecutors...
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Massachusetts divorce does not have to mean a day in court
When it comes to divorce, the most traditional route involves going to court. However, in Massachusetts and elsewhere, there is a way to conduct the divorce process outside of court that is typically less time-consuming, more cost-effective and less stressful. This...
Massachusetts family law matters: Man fights for lost daughter
Family law matters in Massachusetts can involve many different types of issues, but a recent case involved an adoption is making national news and has led to a bitter child custody battle. The man at the heart of the battle is the little girl's biological father who...
Massachusetts learns of Dennis Quaid divorce filing
Massachusetts celebrity news fans may be interested to hear that Dennis Quaid has recently filed for divorce from his third wife. The filing follows a back-and-forth separation and divorce process that the couple has been going through since early this year. The...
Hiding assets in a Massachusetts divorce has serious consequences
When it comes to divorce in Massachusetts, while it can certainly be confusing, one easy to comprehend rule is that everything related to finances must be fully disclosed. This means every single asset -- purchased together or otherwise -- and every single debt --...
Massachusetts family law: A discussion of the harm of adultery
When the recent scandal involving David Petraeus and his mistress exploded across Massachusetts and the rest of the nation the topic of adultery again became a topic of conversation. But this time, the subject became mixed with family law and the discussion ventured...
Massachusetts divorce more likely as economy recovers
Couples in Massachusetts make a wide range of choices based on economic factors. Many put off major home improvements or family vacations when times are tough, others pare down household expenses such as electricity consumption or cut the cable television bill. A...
Texas mother at heart of child custody battle wins rights
Massachusetts custody battles can be heart-breaking for the parents involved. However, these types of battles happen all over the nation and can result from divorce, separation or even a situation that involves in-vitro fertilization. A woman at the center of a child...
Gray divorce and the implications for Massachusetts baby boomers
Recently, reports have surfaced discussing the implications for baby boomers regarding the growing trend of middle age divorce. The so-called Gray Divorce trend has been a hot topic for many in Massachusetts and across the country. The impact of the baby boomer...
Massachusetts state senator offers plan to improve family law
Massachusetts state senator from the Middlesex and Essex Senate District, Hon. Katherine Clark, recently outlined some ideas and proposals for changes in family law in Massachusetts. The senator noted the importance of grandparents in the family unit and their...