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Older couples are choosing to divorce more often in recent years as some Massachusetts residents may have noticed. Some of these couples who have been together for decades have a significant number of assets, and property division can be difficult. One couple who had been together for nearly seven decades now faces…
Read MoreMassachusetts residents may have noticed that in the last several years there has been an increase in the number of divorces amongst older couples. Divorce at any age can be difficult, but in some cases, it may be more so for older couples because they have had more time and opportunities…
Read MoreParents in Massachusetts going through a divorce know that the process can be just as difficult for the children as it is for the parents themselves. Determining child custody can put an incredible strain on the relationship between the parents, especially if they already do not get along. In some cases, a…
Read MoreDivorces are often depicted as volatile and unfriendly, to say the least. This is especially true in celebrity divorces or in a high asset divorce. However, many Massachusetts residents may be relieved to know that this need not be the case. Gwyneth Paltrow and her ex-husband, Chris Martin, have been able to…
Read MoreFiling your taxes is always frustrating and complex, but divorce may make tax season even more stressful for you. Divorce has a significant impact on your taxes, so you should do some preparation before you try to do it all at the last minute. Getting a divorce changes how you file…
Read MoreWhen couples with children divorce, the parents often choose to share custody in some way. Some parents agree to have the child or children live primarily with one parent while the other is given visitation rights. Others choose to share custody as equally as possible. However, as some Massachusetts couples…
Read MoreDivorce laws are in the process of changing across the nation. Massachusetts residents who have been considering divorce may have heard about these changes. The upcoming changes, particularly those being made to alimony, have the potential to make divorces even more stressful and messy than they are now. One of the major…
Read MoreDivorce can be an incredibly stressful process for both spouses and their families, as many Massachusetts residents know. Some people may try to rush through the property division portion of the divorce in hopes of ending the entire process as soon as possible, especially if the former spouses are at odds with one…
Read MoreFor years, courts have determined which parent is fit to be the primary caregiver for a child after a divorce if the parents are unable to decide amongst themselves. Now, a number of states, including Massachusetts, are pushing for shared child custody after divorce. A number of arguments have been made both for…
Read MoreMassachusetts attorneys have seen their fair share of marriages end in divorce. Sometimes, former spouses are able to get along during and after the divorce is final, but there are some circumstances that can put an extra strain on what remains of the relationship. Determining child custody has the potential to turn…
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