Not every state recognizes “fault” divorces or divorces where the state considers the actions of one party to be the cause of the divorce. However, Massachusetts is among the states that do. If you decide to pursue a fault divorce, you must be able to demonstrate how...
When parents have no visitation rights
If you are ending your marriage and you have kids, it is crucial to focus on child custody and visitation. Every family faces unique challenges and there are many different factors that can affect the outcome of a custody case. Sometimes, both parents have custody...
What happens if you miss child support payments?
If you cannot afford to pay child support, you may decide to stop making these payments. However, the Massachusetts Child Support Enforcement Division may take steps to ensure that your ex-spouse receives these payments. According to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,...
Where can you look for hidden assets?
As a divorcing couple, you will likely experience a lot of tumultuous happenings during the divorce itself. And sometimes, a spouse may bank on the distraction and stress. They might try to use it as a cover to hide assets. Hidden assets plague many divorce cases,...
What do older couples struggle with the most after divorce?
In the aftermath of divorce, couples will face numerous struggles. Getting back on your feet after a split takes a lot of time, effort, energy and mental reorganization. You will likely have to make more big changes than you anticipate in all areas of your life. As an...
3 potential problems with market-based business valuation
If you are contemplating ending your marriage, you may already know you likely must divide the marital estate. In the commonwealth, Massachusetts law instructs judges to divide marital assets equitably. Consequently, if your business is a marital asset, you may need...
When should I avoid divorce mediation?
It surprises many Americans to learn that not all divorces happen inside a courtroom. In fact, the cheapest and fastest divorces never see the inside of a court or hear the words of a judge at all. At its best, mediation can help you and your ex-spouse personally...
How can you co-parent over the summer?
While there are many parenting styles for divorced parents, one of the most beneficial to children is co-parenting. If you have a co-parenting agreement with your former spouse, this means that the two of you share child-rearing responsibilities and must collaborate...
A look at temporary child support orders
If you are preparing to end your marriage and you have kids, child support is a crucial issue, whether you need to make payments as a noncustodial parent or you expect to receive support from your former partner. Divorces take time, but child support matters cannot...
How are stock options divided during divorce?
According to Kiplinger, many high-level execs receive executive compensation as a bonus for their hard work and success. If your soon-to-be ex spouse holds such a position and receives executive compensation, stock options might feature in your divorce proceeding....
