Family Law

Joint custody becomes more complicated when one parent moves to another state. However, parents can make adjustments that benefit the children and ensure both parents maintain meaningful involvement. Modify the custody arrangement When a parent relocates, they may...

A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a plan for handling finances if a marriage ends. One important part of creating a prenup is sharing financial information.  Both partners need to be open about their finances to make sure the agreement is fair and valid. What is...

The home study process is a pivotal step in the adoption journey. The process allows adoption agencies to ensure that a child is going to a safe and supportive home.  It is important for you to be transparent about your household situation when presenting yourself for...

Adopting a child from another country can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with unique cross-cultural challenges. As an adoptive parent, you need to understand and respect your child's cultural heritage while helping them integrate into their new life....

If you're planning to get married in Massachusetts, you might consider a prenuptial agreement. Often referred to as a "prenup," this legal document sets out the terms for managing financial matters during and potentially after marriage. A prenup includes several key...

Child support is a legal obligation that ensures children receive financial support from both parents, regardless of their relationship status. Failure to pay child support can lead to serious consequences, even for high-net-worth individuals. One such consequence is...

Guardianship is a legal process used to protect individuals who cannot take care of themselves or manage their own affairs. This includes both minors and adults who may be incapacitated due to various reasons. In Massachusetts, the law recognizes several types of...

Child support is a key aspect of ensuring the well-being of children whose parents are no longer together. This issue can become complicated following a high-asset divorce. As someone with a high net worth, navigating child support obligations may seem complex....

Divorce often hits minor children the hardest. They find their lives completely overturned, sometimes without warning, through no fault of their own, and they have no control over any of it. Having to travel back and forth between two homes on top of everything can...

International parental child abduction is a serious concern for parents who separate or divorce and share custody of their children. This occurs when one parent removes or retains a child in another country without the other parent's consent or in violation of a...