The decision to end a marriage is a life-altering one that usually comes only after all other possibilities are explored. For some people, a divorce is a joyous event because they’re getting out of a bad situation. What they don’t realize is that they’re going to...
Divorce
How do we tell our kids that we are getting divorced?
Divorce is a very stressful life event. The process becomes even more difficult if you have kids together. And one of the most heart-wrenching conversations you can have is talking to your kids about the decision to divorce. Even if the decision is mutual, this...
Helping your child adjust to different rules across two homes
It’s typically best for children whose parents are separated or divorced when those parents have consistent rules and expectations of them across their households. These can be negotiated and detailed in your parenting plan. The reality, however, is that one parent is...
What are the children’s best interests?
When two parents get divorced, it is often said that the court is going to look after the children’s best interests. This is supposed to be their focus when they are dividing up custody or parenting time between the two adults. While it does make sense that the court...
Equitable division of property in a Massachusetts divorce
You may have acquired considerable assets during the course of your marriage, such as a family home or a successful business. When it’s time to part ways, you are entitled to a share of such property and assets, collectively known as the marital estate. However, the...
Social media and divorce – steps to protect yourself
Divorce is hard, even under the best circumstances. The last thing you want to do is make things harder on yourself by bringing social media into the mix. Today, people use social media for a myriad of purposes. If you are like most, you probably like to keep updated...
Is your marriage heading for divorce?
Ending your marriage is a big decision. It’s something you may be struggling with. While you may not be happy in your marriage, you may not know if divorce is the right solution. While this is a difficult decision, there are some signs to consider that will let you...
3 ways spouses hide assets when preparing for a divorce
Divorce involves not just the formal end of your marriage but also the structured division of your shared property. You and your ex will need to either negotiate or ask a judge to divide your property. Whichever approach you utilize, you obviously expect a fair and...
Do parents or judges have final say in child custody decisions?
If this is your first divorce, you may feel lost and overwhelmed by the process. If you have children, you probably have even more concerns about life after divorce. Most parents worry about child custody orders and fear the prospect of losing their kids altogether....
Reasons not to keep the house after divorce
People often head into a divorce saying that they would like to keep the house. They don't want to have to sell it. They don't want their ex to keep it. They have a lot of compelling reasons to remain in the home. But it is wise to think of this from the other...