On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Aug 29, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
The divorce rate has steadily increased in Massachusetts over the last few decades. In 1960, the divorce rate was 17 percent in the state while in 2015, it had increased to 47 percent, according to data from the Massachusetts Family Institute. There are numerous...
On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Jan 30, 2018 | Divorce, Firm News
Filing your taxes is always frustrating and complex, but divorce may make tax season even more stressful for you. Divorce has a significant impact on your taxes, so you should do some preparation before you try to do it all at the last minute. Getting a divorce...
On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Mar 15, 2017 | Divorce, Firm News
Has something a friend done ever influenced a choice you made? A little reflection will reveal that it has probably happened multiple times. Perhaps you wanted to try a restaurant a coworker raved about or follow a friend’s taste in fashion. It may have been...
On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Aug 3, 2016 | Divorce, Firm News
During the divorce process, the parties involved have a lot of decisions they must make. Some of the most challenging decisions usually involve property division. Like many states, Massachusetts is an equitable distribution state, which means that property should be...
On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Jul 28, 2016 | Divorce, Firm News
When a couple in Massachusetts has been married for a significant period of time and chooses to end their marriage, there are often many assets that must be shared. While some are obvious, such as real estate and bank accounts, many people may overlook their right to...
On behalf of Koiles Pratt Family Law Group | Jul 14, 2016 | Divorce, Firm News
Many families in Massachusetts have family heirlooms that hold a great deal of sentimental value. In many cases, these items can also hold a great deal of monetary value. Such appears to be the case regarding Kurt Cobain’s guitar. The instrument has reportedly...
