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...
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Key alimony, child support changes from landmark ruling
A new ruling by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court brings many changes for couples heading to probate court for divorce proceedings. The landmark case, Cavanagh v. Cavanagh, impacts numerous common practices regarding alimony and child support. Within the...
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...
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...
The importance of setting boundaries during the divorce process
Most relationships work best when there is mutual respect and a certain amount of give and take between two parties. In some marriages, however, there is an imbalance of power where one spouse takes more control. In cases where a power imbalance escalates to where one...
Emotional Tips for Dealing with Divorce Over 50
Divorce at any age is difficult at best, but when it takes place after 50, the repercussions of going through a so-called "gray divorce" are exceptionally hard hitting. In general, the person who initiated the gray divorce will have an easier time coping than the...
Technology Tips for Divorce
Technology today has revolutionized every aspect of our modern life. As such, the amount of personal and sensitive information we share online continues to grow. For those going through, or considering a divorce, protecting your online data is even more critical....
Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce Cases
Trying to get complete financial information from an uncooperative opposing party can be frustrating. In order to reach a fair and equitable divorce agreement, both parties need to exchange and provide full disclosure of all their income, assets, expenses and...
Autistic characters can help children on and off the spectrum
You probably remember reading picture books as a young child. You may have had story time before bed. You read books about characters that solved problems. You watched as they struggled and learned life lessons. While you read about these characters, you ultimately...
Parents: You can craft an exemplary Massachusetts parenting plan
Divorcing parties in Massachusetts often sweat the details, understandably, and of course experience attendant stresses that often define the divorce process in a given case.For example, financial considerations might spell a front-and-center concern (they often do),...
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