Charlestown Family Law Blog

Whether you are a parent accused of abuse or you have concerns about your child's well-being with respect to the other parent's visitation rights, it is important to understand various topics related to visitation and child abuse. Make sure you focus on your child's...

Dividing assets can be one of the most complicated logistical matters that divorcing couples have to sort out. There are several gray areas in the law about dividing assets when you dissolve a marriage in Massachusetts, and courts do not always split everything right...

In the aftermath of a divorce, it is easy to lose track of things. Unfortunately, you may even lose track of how your child is emotionally and mentally coping with such a big life change. In the absence of your attention, an ill-meaning co-parent could take their...

One of people’s biggest concerns during a divorce is how it will affect their children. Fortunately, parents can mitigate some of the possible negative effects. Refraining from behavior that will upset children will make the divorce process easier for them to cope...

When you and your child’s other parent share custody in Massachusetts, situations may arise that lead one of you to request a modification to your existing child custody arrangement. Certain circumstances have to exist for the state to consider changing your current...

While you and your current spouse have a high net worth, the two of you still want to live in the same house while divorcing, perhaps for the sake of your shared children. How do you not drive each other up the wall during this time? National Family Solutions offers...

While a divorce may seem to bring some degree of relief to a feuding couple in Massachusetts, the proceedings can become contentious (particularly those involving child custody). That contention may not necessarily end at the conclusion of the proceedings, as the...

When you attempt to buy your first house post-divorce, you may discover that your income alone is not enough to qualify for a sufficient mortgage loan. Before you become discouraged, however, know that you may be able to use your alimony payments to boost your total...

After a divorce, there may come a time when you will need to request a modification to your child support. Whether you receive or pay support, you have the right to request a change if there is something in your life circumstances that changes substantially. According...

It is no secret that high-net worth divorces often tempt some partners to hide assets. As deplorable as hiding assets sounds, it is very common. Providing erroneous information about marital and personal assets and finances during divorce is a crime that can result in...