Domestic violence is a deeply troubling and prevalent issue that can have severe consequences for individuals and families. When domestic violence occurs within a marriage, it often leads to a breakdown of trust and emotional well-being, ultimately culminating in the decision to pursue a divorce. If you find yourself in such a situation in Massachusetts, […]
Understanding High Net Worth Divorce High net worth divorce carries its unique challenges. Here is an overview of what you might encounter during a high-net-worth divorce and potential strategies to overcome them. High net worth divorce refers to a divorce involving significant assets, whether those are complex financial portfolios, business ownership, real estate, or other […]
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) recently made a significant ruling in the case of Cavanaugh vs. Cavanaugh, which has major implications for alimony and child support in divorce cases in the state. The decision clarifies the factors that should be considered when determining whether to modify alimony and child support orders, and it also […]
Individuals who are married, living together, have a child together, or have been in a substantive dating or engagement relationship can request an a 209A Order in Massachusetts, also known as the abuse prevention law which allows victims to ask for a court order to protect them. This is sometimes also referred to as an […]
Following a divorce, life moves forward. New careers begin, moves are made, new relationships may form. Looking at the changing circumstances in your and your ex-spouse’s life, you may wonder if the spousal support payments you are still making are still appropriately valued. Defining Spousal Support Spousal support is also known as alimony. If ordered […]
While every divorce is as different as every marriage, one thing is for sure—when getting divorced, you will be taking a deep dive into your marital finances. In addition to valuing assets and debts, determining the value of property and retirement benefits, you will also learn if one spouse will be entitled to financial support. […]
You may have recently entered a new relationship status—fiancée. However, the last thing on many new couples’ minds is a prenup. Couples often wonder if they need a prenuptial agreement. While some couples view a prenup as an exit strategy to a quick divorce, others view it as an insurance policy. Think of it this […]
When couples decide to divorce, they understand the assets accumulated throughout the marriage will need to be divided. Generally, both parties seek homeownership and other real estate holdings, high-value assets, and child custody during this process. However, when it comes to debt, couples are usually slow to take responsibility. No matter who is responsible for […]
Enforcing a Child Support Order in Massachusetts: What You Need to Know Divorce, even when done amicably and by mutual agreement, is hard. Divorce, when one party contests court orders and refuses to follow them, is even harder. Sadly, this often has negative effects on the children of the former couple. The disagreements that most […]
Just like every marriage is different, the details of every divorce are different too. Couples have numerous reasons for only having one spouse’s name on the deed of their home. If this is the case for you and your spouse, this does not mean the deed holder automatically is awarded the house. Let’s review Massachusetts […]
