Divorce

Not too long ago, adultery was a felony offense in Massachusetts. While a cheating spouse can no longer be imprisoned for infidelity, this conduct can still have a substantial impact on a divorce case. Adultery Provides Grounds for a Fault-Based Divorce Massachusetts laws allow couples to seek divorce on several…

If you are considering divorce in Massachusetts, you know you are going to need legal help. The right attorney can help you walk away with the best outcome without going overboard on legal costs. To find a divorce lawyer who meets your needs, it is a good idea to ask…

Although it is natural to wonder how long your Massachusetts divorce will take, a divorce attorney can only give you an estimate because every situation is unique.  However, there are some broad similarities between certain kinds of divorce cases. By considering the factors involved, it is possible to get an…

When you face divorce in Massachusetts, you might be concerned about the need to pay spousal support. 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.  Who Qualifies for Spousal Support in Massachusetts? In…

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 out and submit the short form.…

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 stress down the road. Although the…

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 and debt are divided equitably…

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 the root cause of divorce,…

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 that child support should be…