Divorce

Statistics show that divorces among seniors, known as gray divorce, is becoming more commonplace in Massachusetts and elsewhere. However, a divorce of this nature poses unique challenges. When a couple has spent many years saving for retirement and amassing other...

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 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...

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 --...

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...

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...

Many people would like to keep their private life just that, private. However, when a divorce is filed in a Massachusetts family court, many of the documents filed in the proceeding may be accessed by the general public. So how does one keep these documents from being...

Although debt is becoming less of an issue each year as individuals reduce their financial obligations, it still remains a significant problem for many couples. According to an article by The Augusta Chronicle, the division of debt has become a larger hurdle than the...

Divorce can be hard enough on an individual who does not have children. However, a divorce for a Massachusetts parent can be difficult for both the parent and the child. The stress associated with a divorce sometimes carries over to how the parent cares for the child,...

Dealing with a divorce can be difficult for a couple. However, dealing with a divorce when children are involved can be far more difficult. Although there may not be an easy way to properly help a child throughout the divorce, a Massachusetts couple may benefit from...