Becoming older together often means building a life over many years. A couple may have raised children, purchased a home, planned for retirement and shared countless milestones. When that marriage ends later in life, it means letting go of familiar routines, shared...
Divorce
How gray divorce affects retirement accounts in Massachusetts
Gray divorce, or divorce later in life, often presents unique financial challenges. For many couples, retirement accounts and pensions represent some of their most valuable assets after decades of marriage. If you are considering a gray divorce in Massachusetts, learn...
8 income streams courts count towards your spousal support order
When you think about spousal support, your first instinct may be to focus only on your paycheck. In Massachusetts, however, courts look well beyond your base salary. Your full financial picture, including multiple income streams, factors into every alimony decision....
How can you protect your retirement during a gray divorce?
Divorce after 50, often called gray divorce, comes with unique financial challenges, especially when retirement is on the horizon. Unlike younger couples who have time to rebuild their savings, you are facing a compressed timeline to secure your financial future. The...
Consistency is key when adjusting to shared custody
Rule-breaking and emotional outbursts are common as children adjust to a shared custody arrangement. They may act out intentionally due to their emotional frustrations in some cases. Other times, they may unintentionally violate rules or fail to meet expectations...
How divorce can affect your child’s mental health
When you think about divorce, you are likely focusing on the legal process and the division of assets. However, one of the most important considerations is how this life transition affects the emotional well-being of your children. This article tackles how they may...
Does child support end when a child turns 18?
You might think child support stops the day your child turns 18. However, in Massachusetts, the rules are more detailed. In fact, the law allows support to continue in certain situations, even after your child is legally an adult. When does child support usually stop?...
What if your spouse refuses to sign the divorce papers?
You might feel uncertain or frustrated when your spouse will not sign divorce papers. Many people assume that both spouses must consent before a divorce proceeds, but Massachusetts law does not require mutual agreement. In Massachusetts, a spouse’s refusal may delay...
Who gets to keep the marital house after a divorce?
When you’re going through a divorce, one of the biggest questions is what will happen to your marital home. It is not only full of memories of your life as a family but is also your most valuable asset as a couple. Hence, you might be wondering which of you gets to...
Gray divorce: 4 legal questions to ask before parting ways
Divorcing later in life brings challenges that younger couples may not face. Choices about retirement savings, dividing property and handling blended family matters can shape your future for years. Asking the right questions early helps you understand your options....

