Now is the time of year when people start planning for the upcoming summer. Short day trips to Boston, catching a baseball game, family reunions and week-long vacations make the summer fly by. If you’re recently divorced and new to joint custody and co-parenting, you...
Divorce
Legal protections for victims of abuse in Massachusetts
While family law mainly centers around divorce and child custody issues, it can also protect victims of domestic abuse. If you or someone you love is in danger, it’s important to know the legal options available. When a relationship turns toxic and abuse occurs, the...
Which parent chooses where their children attend school?
Parents may have a hard time controlling their emotions when they talk with each other. They may fight over issues because of their intense emotions. Some of the decisions that parents make are minor and have limited long-term consequences. Other times, parenting...
Pre-divorce planning: 3 beneficial steps to take
Many divorces seem to happen out of nowhere, with one spouse filing papers and initiating the process without notice. Other times, a couple talks things over and agrees that divorce is the best solution. One advantage an agreed-upon divorce offers is the opportunity...
Tips for starting the divorce conversation with your spouse
The way you discuss divorce with your spouse can significantly impact the case. If this conversation begins with conflict and contention, the divorce proceedings may follow a similar tone. However, if approached calmly and peacefully, the process may lead to an...
Can grandparents seek visitation rights?
Grandparents often play a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives, providing love, care and support. However, situations can arise where visitation with grandchildren becomes complicated, especially in cases of divorce, family disputes or other family...
Why do people wait until January to file for divorce?
December may be all about family togetherness – but January is often about divorce and splitting up. There’s a surge in new divorce filings at the start of every new year, and the odds are high that these are not triggered by sudden events. In other words, people are...
Telling your child’s school about your divorce
Your child's school plays a crucial role in their life. Your child spends a better part of their day with their teachers and schoolmates. Thus, it can be beneficial if the school knows about your divorce. But how should you tell them? Talk to your child first Your...
What are some examples of marital property?
The property that a couple owns when they get divorced can generally be divided into two categories. First, there is separate property, which doesn’t have to go through property division. These are things that each person owns individually, and the other person does...
Custody agreements and the holidays
Autumn is a lovely time here in Massachusetts, and the colorful falling leaves herald the upcoming fall and winter holidays. And while those holidays are fun for most, divorced co-parents often struggle with navigating their holiday custody arrangements. Below are...