Known under Massachusetts law as alimony, spousal support refers to one spouse’s legal obligation to provide financial support to the other spouse after the divorce.
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Do I Have to Disclose All My Finances During a Divorce in Massachusetts?
In short, yes. In Massachusetts, General Probate Court Rule 401 requires you and your spouse fill out a financial statement. If your gross income is more than $75,000 a year, you must complete the more detailed Financial Statement Long Form. Otherwise, you can fill...
How to Prepare for Divorce in Massachusetts
Getting divorced can be an emotional and complicated process. But by preparing and planning ahead, you will have the information you need to smooth the divorce process in the future. In fact, preparing for a divorce now could save you considerable time, costs, and...
Child support: How can you make it fair?
When people talk about child support, they often mention not getting enough or worrying that they won’t receive it. What isn’t discussed as much is how much child support is actually too much. This is something that varies by the situation, but most people would agree...
Can I move to another state with the kids after a divorce?
For many people, divorce can be like a fresh start. While the process is often difficult and emotional, by the time everything is over, you’re probably ready to get on with your life and start anew. But what happens if those plans include moving to another state? And...
How your lawyer can help you succeed at divorce mediation
Mediation has become a popular alternative to litigated divorce. Instead of arguing over the end of the marriage in court, a couple can privately negotiate and set their own terms with the help of a professional mediator, allowing for a faster and potentially more...
What happens to the family home during a divorce?
There is no shortage of challenging issues to tackle when a couple decides to get a divorce. Deciding the future of child custody and support, alimony and how to divide property are some of the most common and potentially divisive. In Massachusetts, all marital assets...
Divorce month is here! Are you prepared?
In many legal circles, January is known as “Divorce Month” because of the sudden uptick in new clients at their door, all seeking a divorce. The evidence that divorce is on a lot of people’s minds isn’t just anecdotal: Google sees an increase in searches involving the...
Long commutes can cause marital turbulence
Who people choose to marry can have a significant impact on their happiness, career and earning power. However, it can be challenging to achieve such happiness if one spouse has a longer commute than the other, according to one study. While a longer drive is often not...
Six financial reasons why people get divorced
Some people say money makes the world go around, but it does more than that. It drives people through their careers and relationships. And apparently, it also tears some marriages apart, according to Business Insider. Most common money-related reasons for separation...