After filing the divorce complaint or petition, the next step is for the filing spouse to notify their partner. In Massachusetts, spouses cannot serve divorce documents themselves. This is to avoid potential conflicts and maintain neutrality. Service must be done in...
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3 times Massachusetts parents may need to modify custody orders
A Massachusetts custody order is enforceable by the courts. Either parent could potentially take the other to court over a violation of a formalized custody order. Parents typically do their best to abide by the terms set in Massachusetts custody orders. They...
Do you need to hire a lawyer for a divorce?
There is no legal requirement to hire a lawyer to file for divorce in Massachusetts. You have the right to represent yourself. However, divorce is more than just signing papers and parting ways. It is a legal process with rules and procedures governed by varying state...