Even if you constantly disagree with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse, you do not have to fight during your divorce. For some people, mediation can be a great alternative to going to court. While every mediation will be slightly different, the process follows this outline....
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How do you find hidden assets?
Divorce is often emotionally charged and contentious. It can lead people to make decisions they would not otherwise make, including hiding assets. Financial disclosures are important for determining settlements, child support and even alimony. You might think your...
Signs that your divorce may be a good fit for mediation
Going through a divorce is an emotional and stressful process. Not all divorces are contentious or bitter. In fact, some couples can work together to settle the issues of divorce without ending up in court. While not a possibility for everyone, amicable couples could...
5 social media mistakes that can hurt your divorce
Your divorce is an emotionally charged experience. When frustrations arise, you may turn to your friends and family on social media for comfort. While a support system can help you survive divorce, airing too much on social media can do more harm than good. Here are...
How does alimony work in Massachusetts?
If you and your spouse are heading for divorce and there is an imbalance of income in your marriage, you may worry about how you will make ends meet after the divorce. The state of Massachusetts has alimony laws in place to help you get back on your feet if your...
What unique property will I have to divide in my divorce?
If you are facing a high-asset divorce in Norfolk or Middlesex counties in Massachusetts, you probably have questions about which of your belongings will be subject to division with your spouse. Massachusetts is an equitable distribution state, which means that any...
Terms to discuss for your uncontested divorce in Massachusetts
If you and your spouse are considering a divorce, you have different options depending on the nature of your separation. You can file for an uncontested divorce when you both agree on the legal reason for separating and how to manage your marital assets. An...
How will divorce affect my health insurance?
People at any age are often concerned about covering health care costs and maintaining health insurance coverage. When couples divorce, what happens to their health insurance? One factor that becomes more important in today's economy is the cost and availability of...
Dealing with the aftermath of a gray divorce
Given that those involved in a gray divorce are typically over 50, it might seem like there are fewer complications and concerns that a standard divorce involving custody battles or child support payments. Gray divorces represent about one-fourth of divorces taking...
4 common reasons for gray divorces
Divorce can happen to you at any age. When it occurs late in life and after multiple decades of a relationship, you may find your reasons for divorce differ from those in their twenties and early thirties. Self-exploration You may want to grow as a person and evolve...