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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...
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...
While there’s no shame in being in debt, a lot of people still worry that they’ll be judged for falling on hard times – even if there’s nothing they could have done to prevent their financial situation. Many people are deeply concerned about the idea that their boss...
Many parents have to deal with the fact that their children will be aware of their divorce at some point. You may be considering telling your children about your divorce. However, you may not be sure if it is the right thing to do. It may be important to talk about...
A Massachusetts divorce often requires numerous sacrifices and compromises. People have to give up some of their property and change their daily lives. Often, their relationships other than their marriage may change as well. For some people, the relationship they have...
Do you have overwhelming amounts of medical and credit card debt? Two popular forms of debt relief are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Both forms of bankruptcy can potentially free you from the burden of bankruptcy. There are many benefits to filing for...
Deciding to file for divorce is a big step. For many, it is extremely emotional. In some situations, the emotions are all over the place, from anger and sadness to uncertainty and hope. When this happens, it can be easy to make mistakes. The best way to avoid making...
Older couples have a rising divorce rate in the United States. This is known as gray divorce, and it has been trending upward for some time. Baby Boomers, for example, have one of the highest divorce rates in the country. For younger couples, though, the opposite is...
One contentious aspect of divorce is child custody. Custody is split into two parts; legal custody and physical custody. Physical custody involves where the child will live each day. Legal custody, on the other hand, involves how parents will make key decisions...
Parents who share custody after divorce often disagree on any number of issues. One parent may feel like it is perfectly acceptable for their high school freshman to join the football team, while the other may think it is too dangerous. Parents may have differing...