Many family law cases and issues have complicated, established roots that have developed and grown over generations. And while attitudes change and evolve over time, it is easy for people the be comfortable with or expectant of the traditional resolutions that have been in place for years. However, sticking with tradition can prove to be detrimental in some cases. For instance,
There is no doubt that getting a divorce is a serious, life-changing event. As is the case with any significant event, you are bound to experience a variety of complicated emotions that change throughout the process. Having an objective, grounded network supporting you can prove to be crucial at each step. In the beginning of your divorce, you can be
No two divorces are the same. Of course, there are many similarities between different divorces, as they often involve many of the same elements, but that doesn’t make them the same. For instance, if you are getting divorced, you may be confronted with some unique challenges if you and/or your spouse are a member of the military. Military divorces can
We often discuss the financial and emotional tolls that divorce — or any family legal battle — can take on a person. Between the complexities of the legal system and incredible strain that comes with such an important life event, a person often walks away from a divorce with scars and emotional injuries that need time to heal. Unfortunately, divorce
If you are divorcing in Massachusetts, you could very well be expecting to receive or pay some amount of spousal support, or alimony. However, it is important to understand that there is no guarantee that the courts will award alimony in any individual case. And while spousal support is not reserved for only affluent or high-profile couples, people don’t always
If you are getting divorced, there are many obstacles that can stand between you and the equitable division of your assets. For instance, you and your ex can disagree over who owns a particular piece of property, like an engagement ring. If you are getting divorced, you may be wondering what is going to happen to that particular object. In
In recent years, numerous states have considered and passed measures to update alimony laws to better reflect the reality of today’s divorces. While decades ago, many women did not work outside the home and therefore relied on their husbands’ income, these days, it is more common for both spouses to earn incomes. In 2011, the Massachusetts’ legislature passed the Alimony Reform
Many people living in Massachusetts are not aware that lump sum alimony might be an option post-divorce. Like any legal agreement, the court must first approve of the payment and your ex will have to agree as well. Without knowing the details of your divorce and your lifestyle, it is not possible to answer your question with a simple yes
Most family law attorneys would probably agree that it is not always easy belonging to a group that most people never want to talk to. However, that is our burden to bear and we completely understand why people feel this way. In all honesty, we do not wish to have to consult with a lawyer either. With that said, divorce
There’s no doubt that people in Massachusetts and throughout the U.S. love their pets. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, as many as 47 percent of U.S. households own a dog and up to 37 percent a cat. For many of the individuals, couples and families who own a dog or cat, their animal
Many family law cases and issues have complicated, established roots that have developed and grown over generations. And while attitudes change and evolve over time, it is easy for people the be comfortable with or expectant of the traditional resolutions that have been in place for years. However, sticking with tradition can prove to be detrimental in some cases. For instance,
There is no doubt that getting a divorce is a serious, life-changing event. As is the case with any significant event, you are bound to experience a variety of complicated emotions that change throughout the process. Having an objective, grounded network supporting you can prove to be crucial at each step. In the beginning of your divorce, you can be
No two divorces are the same. Of course, there are many similarities between different divorces, as they often involve many of the same elements, but that doesn’t make them the same. For instance, if you are getting divorced, you may be confronted with some unique challenges if you and/or your spouse are a member of the military. Military divorces can
We often discuss the financial and emotional tolls that divorce — or any family legal battle — can take on a person. Between the complexities of the legal system and incredible strain that comes with such an important life event, a person often walks away from a divorce with scars and emotional injuries that need time to heal. Unfortunately, divorce
If you are divorcing in Massachusetts, you could very well be expecting to receive or pay some amount of spousal support, or alimony. However, it is important to understand that there is no guarantee that the courts will award alimony in any individual case. And while spousal support is not reserved for only affluent or high-profile couples, people don’t always
If you are getting divorced, there are many obstacles that can stand between you and the equitable division of your assets. For instance, you and your ex can disagree over who owns a particular piece of property, like an engagement ring. If you are getting divorced, you may be wondering what is going to happen to that particular object. In
In recent years, numerous states have considered and passed measures to update alimony laws to better reflect the reality of today’s divorces. While decades ago, many women did not work outside the home and therefore relied on their husbands’ income, these days, it is more common for both spouses to earn incomes. In 2011, the Massachusetts’ legislature passed the Alimony Reform
Many people living in Massachusetts are not aware that lump sum alimony might be an option post-divorce. Like any legal agreement, the court must first approve of the payment and your ex will have to agree as well. Without knowing the details of your divorce and your lifestyle, it is not possible to answer your question with a simple yes
Most family law attorneys would probably agree that it is not always easy belonging to a group that most people never want to talk to. However, that is our burden to bear and we completely understand why people feel this way. In all honesty, we do not wish to have to consult with a lawyer either. With that said, divorce
There’s no doubt that people in Massachusetts and throughout the U.S. love their pets. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, as many as 47 percent of U.S. households own a dog and up to 37 percent a cat. For many of the individuals, couples and families who own a dog or cat, their animal
