Regardless of the condition of the marriage, divorce can present many challenges for everyone involved. While your children may see the divorce coming, being able to process it can be difficult. Even as divorce becomes more common, children rely on their parents for...
Strategies to protect your finances in divorce
Divorce has a reputation for being costly. Although many couples find the benefits of divorce worth the costs, it is understandable to be hesitant about the expenses. Massachusetts is among the most expensive states for divorce. The average divorce in the state costs...
Contentious child custody battles and your family’s future
Divorce and child custody proceedings create upheaval for a family. Hostile battles may set the stage for chaotic futures. Knowledge of your rights will help you to navigate the difficult landscape of divorce and child custody conflicts. Complex custody issues...
How divorce may affect the finances of couples over 50
Known as a "gray" divorce, couples over the age of 50 have dissolved their marriages about twice as often as older couples did in the 1990s. Unhappy relationships, longer life expectancies and adult children may have contributed to the increased number of belated...
Understanding property division in Massachusetts
Massachusetts uses the equitable division standard to allocate property and debt when couples who live in the state divorce. Under this standard, you and your spouse must fairly, but not necessarily equally, split shared assets and financial obligations. Review the...
How can nesting help our divorcing family?
Divorce is challenging, but figuring out your life after the fact can be even more difficult. This is particularly true for divorced couples who have children. It is likely that you will be in a joint custody situation after your divorce, which can make figuring out...
Why do people divorce?
Divorce is something nobody wants to think about, but it can happen to anyone. No matter how great your relationship may seem, you could come to a point where you have to admit things are not working out. You may wonder what leads to divorce. Knowing the causes could...
What is the most common property division mistake?
The property division portion of your divorce is likely to be the most difficult since it involves a lot of financial information. It can be complex and tough to work this out in a way that is fair and acceptable by the court. While you may wish to rush through this...
How can mobile apps help divorcees coparent?
Parenting is a tough job; after a divorce, it can become even tougher. If you and your former spouse coparent, you need to find a way to communicate, track expenses and track important dates. USA Today provides a list of different coparenting applications that parents...
How can social media hurt your divorce case?
Nowadays, everyone is on social media. When faced with a divorce, it is tempting to go online and to rant about the situation. Most people think little of their social media presence during but the reality is that your social media posts can affect your case....