“Effective April 10, 2023, we are pleased to welcome Attorney Carol Weinstein Boileau Esq. , as Of Counsel to the Firm.”
There are many reasons for divorce and many cultural aspects to consider, from the outdated stigmas once held in relation to these divorce cases to the rise of legal changes and no-fault divorce, which have certainly made the process easier for the average American....
Adopting an older child can be a beautiful thing to do. It can give a foster child a real sense of family or let your stepchild know that you are as committed to them as you are to their biological parent. In order to adopt an older child, you need to meet certain...
Governor Chris Sununu signed House Bill (HB) 1162 into law here in New Hampshire in July. It greatly enhanced unmarried and same-sex parents' rights when he did, but many argue that there's a long way to still go. How HB 1162 changed parents' rights in New Hampshire...
An increasing number of stepparents have moved to adopt their stepchildren in recent years. Their reasons for doing so range from the more symbolic or personal ones to more rights-oriented or legal ones. Understanding why other stepfathers and stepmothers adopt their...
In order to work, marriage requires a constant balancing act between spouses. When the balance is lost, or one partner tires of what they perceive as a lack of balance, many marriages head toward divorce. When it comes to settling a Massachusetts divorce, a spouse can...
The process of divorce can be complex and draining. One of the biggest concerns that a couple can go through is trying to figure out who will have custody of the children. This can prove to be a very difficult task and oftentimes can strain the relationship with the...
Being a child of divorce can have serious implications. For one, they might feel an overwhelming amount of stress as to their lack of knowledge or powerlessness as to what is happening to them. There are many questions that a child might have when his or her parents...
Divorce can be more difficult for some same-sex and queer couples. Those who decided to end their marriage have found it can be more time-consuming, costly and complicated for them in comparison to heterosexual couples. These complications often manifest in numerous...
When parents get divorced, it is essential that their child custody and support agreements provide for the children’s needs, both in the near and long term. This generally involves establishing a child support plan that follows Massachusetts law and helps...