If you are working through a child custody arrangement in Massachusetts, understanding the difference between legal and physical custody is a practical starting point. These two types of custody cover different aspects of a child's life, and the distinction can affect...
When your divorce is final, the financial changes start immediately. You may be managing a single income for the first time, taking on new housing costs and untangling accounts that were once shared. Knowing which steps to take first can help you stabilize your...
Packing up boxes and leaving for a new state can be a breath of fresh air. But that excitement comes with major legal hurdles if you are from Massachusetts and want to move out. Here is what you need to know. The legal procedure Under Massachusetts law, one parent...
Owning part of a business takes years of hard work and investment. If your marriage ends, that ownership interest could become part of property division, even if you do not control the company. The size of your share is only one part of the picture. Courts may also...
A child custody order is established based on your family’s circumstances at the time the order was entered. However, as the years pass and the child grows, the original arrangement may no longer serve their best interests. New jobs, a move, changes in the child’s...
A second marriage often comes with unique considerations typically not found in first marriages. Both spouses may have children, established careers, retirement savings, businesses and real estate. It's a common misconception that prenuptial agreements are for wealthy...
A gray divorce is not a technical term, but rather a general term that refers to older couples deciding to end their marriages. Often, these couples are at least in their 50s. These divorce cases are viewed a bit differently than those involving younger couples, such...
Parents who decide to divorce will have to find ways to help their children adjust to this lifestyle change. It can be difficult for children, particularly if they’ve only known life with both parents living together. The exact things your children will need help...
For many, marriage is often viewed as a source of comfort, stability and partnership. When a relationship becomes strained, however, the emotional burden can quietly affect many aspects of daily life. Many people remain in unhappy marriages for a variety of reasons,...
For physicians, attorneys, dentists and other licensed professionals, divorce can raise a difficult question. Can a spouse claim part of the practice you built? The answer depends on timing, growth and state law. It may also depend on how much the household relied on...
