After you and your spouse have made the decision (whether separately or together) to get a divorce, you may be wondering what comes next. Naturally the decision may be a tipping point, but in the scope of divorce proceedings, it's just the beginning. There are several...
Divorce
What are the biggest question marks during property division?
Few topics can strike fear into the hearts of divorcing couples' like the phrase "property division." However, property division is nothing to be afraid of. It's merely a splitting of the assets and liabilities in a fair and equitable manner. Even with that being...
Could alimony be awarded in my divorce settlement?
Everyone's marriage is different, but the truth is that a large percentage of them end in divorce. Since everyone has a different story and situation, this could be due to a variety of reasons. However, all will have to follow the state laws of divorce and some...
Shared parenting bill could bring changes to child custody
When couples in Quincy decide to end their marriage, custody of their children may not be as black-and-white of an issue as many expect. There are different types of custody, and a shared parenting bill recently passed by the Massachusetts House of Representatives...
Filing for divorce in Massachusetts: initial choices to make
Fear of the unknown can be a powerful factor keeping Quincy couples from making the difficult decision to separate, even when they know in their hearts that they have reached the end of a marriage. In order to help de-mystify divorce, we'll be taking a look at one of...
Actor’s divorce auction highlights property division issues
When Quincy couples reach the end of a marriage, it's not for them to find that they need to downsize. At least one partner (if not both) may be moving out of a house and into an apartment. Even couples in a high-asset divorce may find that it is time to let go of...
Prenups can be valuable in the event of death or divorce
Who in Massachusetts needs a prenuptial agreement? Is it only the old or well-to-do? Not necessarily. Prenups can be an effective way for spouses of any age and financial status to protect their interests should their marriage not last or should they pass away. They...
Massachusetts law addresses 4 kinds of child custody
When parents in Massachusetts divorce, they will need to make decisions regarding how they will care for their child once their marriage has ended. Massachusetts law recognizes four different kinds of child custody arrangements. They are sole legal custody, shared...
On what grounds can one file for divorce in Massachusetts?
Many events can lead to a Massachusetts couple deciding to end their marriage. Sometimes a couple finds they are constantly having heated arguments about many different topics, while other times a couple finds they simply have grown apart over the years or no longer...
Can I keep my divorce out of the public record?
We live in an information age. It is easier than ever to get hold of records on people. All you have to do is conduct an online search and volumes of data can be revealed. Laws protecting privacy vary state by state. In Massachusetts, the presumption is that every...