New child support guidelines take effect in Massachusetts on October 4, 2021. The new standards will apply to every child support order and judgment entered starting on that date and going forward. What do the new guidelines include? How could they affect your situation? Here’s a brief overview of the changes. Why the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines […]
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How Does Massachusetts Determine If a Parent Is Unfit?
During heated custody cases, disgruntled ex-spouses may throw around the phrase “unfit parent.” If you are in the midst of a divorce or custody battle involving minor children, you should understand the legal standard for parental “unfitness” in Massachusetts. What Is Parental Unfitness in Massachusetts? The state of Massachusetts has deemed child custody a fundamental […]
Read MoreWhat Custody Schedule is Best for the Child?
A child custody schedule in Massachusetts is determined by the “best interests of the child” standard. While there is no set standard for what is in the best interests of a child since every case is different, several factors will weigh into the court’s consideration when determining the best custody schedule for your child. Choosing […]
Read MoreDoes Adultery Affect Divorce in Massachusetts?
Does infidelity impact the divorce process? While adultery can cause an emotional upheaval for a divorcing couple, it may not significantly affect the process of a no-fault divorce in Massachusetts. However, there are ways infidelity can make a legal impact on divorce in certain circumstances. Moreover, adultery can provide grounds for a fault-based divorce. Partners […]
Read MoreIs Massachusetts a Mother State?
It’s a common assumption that mothers usually get custody of the children when parents split. But this isn’t always the case in Massachusetts, where both mothers and fathers have equal rights in child custody cases. While it can be somewhat challenging for fathers to gain custody in certain situations, working with an experienced family law […]
Read MoreHow can you protect your rights during a divorce settlement?
When high net worth couples divorce, there are significant assets to divide. One spouse may have much greater visibility than the other to available assets, such as in the case of business ownership. Without proper legal representation a spouse without insight into all available assets and their worth could lose millions of dollars as part […]
Read MoreCan I move to another state with the kids after a divorce?
For many people, divorce can be like a fresh start. While the process is often difficult and emotional, by the time everything is over, you’re probably ready to get on with your life and start anew. But what happens if those plans include moving to another state? And what happens if you want to bring […]
Read MoreMother of Thomas Ravenel’s 2 children seeks full child custody
Over the last several years, more and more people are coming forward with tales of sexual assault, most notably against celebrities. These accusations affect not only the people directly involved but also their families, as many Massachusetts residents may have guessed. If the accused individual has children, then the other parent might become particularly concerned. This […]
Read MoreCourt rules in lesbian couple’s child custody case
In Massachusetts and elsewhere, divorces between couples with children can sometimes be more difficult than those between couples without children. This can be especially true if the child is only biologically related to one parent, as is the case for some gay and lesbian couples. In these types of child custody cases, it may be left up […]
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