Springfield, Massachusetts, Family Law Blog
With custody and visitation, it’s important to be flexible when illnesses occur
If your child is sick during the holidays, one of the most difficult things to deal with is how you are going to adjust. They may be home from school or have a tight schedule going between homes for Christmas Eve, Christmas, Hanukkah or other important events. As a...
How to tell your family you’re divorcing your spouse
Once you know that you’re on the path to divorce, it’s a good idea to form a support group. But before you can lean on the people in your support group, you must tell them what’s happening. How do you break the news about the divorce? There’s no easy way to tell your...
How long does child support last in Massachusetts?
If the court orders you to pay child support after a divorce, the goal is to offset the costs that your ex is facing while raising the child. For instance, maybe they have custody 70% of the time and you have it 30% of the time. Your ex may earn less than you and also...
How to handle the holiday season during your divorce with kids
Holidays are a stressful time of year for adults, even if they are something that children look forward to with enthusiasm. Parents are the ones responsible for producing holiday magic, budgeting enough to accommodate traveling and gift-giving, preparing those big...
When external pressures lead to marriage, divorce can soon follow
In many cases, divorce comes after a previously happy marriage begins to decline. The couple did intend to stay married when they tied the knot, but things changed over the years. Eventually, they realized it was time to end it. However, there are also cases where...
What to do when it’s finally time to ask for a divorce
Your marriage has been on the rocks for a long time, and you realize that you need to take action. While there’s a lot that goes into the divorce process, it all starts with telling your spouse about your feelings. Here’s what you should do when it’s finally time to...
Don’t forget that your taxes could be affected by divorce
Now that you’re preparing for a divorce, something that you should start thinking about is how your taxes may be affected. The reality is that tax issues do come up during most divorces. You may need to pay taxes on any spousal support you receive or may have to...
Is your ex interrupting your time with your child?
“So honey, how was your week?” Your daughter is about to answer when her phone rings. It’s her mom. Again. Your daughter looks at you, mouths “Sorry, dad,” and answers the call, not wanting to upset her mother, or in case it is something urgent. When you divorced, you...
Working too much can lead to divorce
Time is limited. Everyone starts each day with the same 24 hours. That’s all. Choosing how to use that time defines much of what life looks like for each person. For those who work excessively, it means that they’re giving work far more attention than anything else....
How nesting can serve your family after divorce
You might be feeling uncertain if you want to give up the family home for good. Or you might not be looking forward to telling your kids you’ll be moving away from the neighborhood where they’ve made many friends and memories. As you go through the divorce process,...
