Divorce is much more than simply choosing to no longer live together. It entails the untangling of an individual's personal and financial lives from that of a spouse and can therefore become exceptionally complicated. This is especially true in cases where a couple...
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Divorce and hidden assets
For anyone who is planning or going through a divorce, finances are often a chief concern. Most divorcees want and expect to maintain the same standard of living they enjoyed while married. As fears about how assets will be divided and how those decisions may...
As remarriage rates soar for individuals age 55 and up, prenuptials more relevant than ever
There's a saying related to the belief that love is sweeter the second time around. In the U.S., this appears to be the case for many divorcees and widowers who are age 55 and older. A 2014 study conducted by the Pew Research Center reported that 67 percent of...
Divorce can raise concerns about seeing a grandchild
For many individuals with grown children, welcoming a grandchild into a family is a highly anticipated and joyous event. Free of many of the worries and stressors that tend to accompany parenthood and raising young children, grandparents can truly enjoy and cherish...
Divorce considerations for business owners and their spouses
All but a handful of states divide marital property at divorce based on the principle of equitable distribution. Note: you don't have to ask a court to intervene, but if you and your spouse are unable to agree on property division in Massachusetts, then the court will...
Rutherford forced to return children to father in Monaco
If you watch entertainment news, then you may already know about the custody battle taking place between Kelly Rutherford and her ex-husband. Her ex-husband had custody of their children and took them to Monaco, but she is trying to obtain custody to bring them back...
Tips for court: conducting yourself correctly
Conducting yourself in the right manner during your divorce trial is important. Not doing so can get you in trouble and even make a judge less likely to want to rule in your favor. Fortunately, there are a few tips you can follow to conduct yourself correctly, keeping...
Can rapists request child custody by law in Massachusetts?
Child custody concerns can come from many angles, but one interesting concern some clients have is what happens if an alleged rapist sues for parental rights. Technically speaking, the man suing for his parental rights in this situation is the biological father. These...
An amicable parenting plan can be negotiated with your spouse
Divorce can be hard on spouses, but it can also be devastating for children. Children who once saw their parents daily may now see them only a few times a week, and that can be difficult. Creating a parenting plan that works well for you and your ex will help...
Shared-custody bills on the rise and could soon be law
If you're involved in a custody battle, you know that it could end in one of two ways. Either you or your spouse will get the children, child support and your home, while the other person is left paying the difference. While Massachusetts didn't used to support shared...