On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Oct 19, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Oct 7, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Sep 4, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Aug 25, 2020 | 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....
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Aug 24, 2020 | 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,...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jul 30, 2020 | Divorce
Many individuals think that their divorce is going to be a joyful occasion — especially when they’re the person who wanted it. While it is true that there are positive aspects to ending a tumultuous marriage, there are some hidden losses that you should...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jul 17, 2020 | Divorce
Your divorce is a very personal process. If you’re an inherently private person, you may not feel like discussing the situation with your boss at all. Here’s why you should have that conversation anyway and how to do it in a way that doesn’t damage your standing on...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jul 7, 2020 | Divorce
When you were going through your divorce, your financial situation wasn’t good. You needed at least a few hundred dollars more each month to make ends meet and to live at a standard that was even remotely close to what you were used to with your spouse. At the time,...
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jun 3, 2020 | Divorce
Have your conflicts with your spouse been escalating? If tensions in your household have been rising over the last few months, you may be hoping that a summer vacation will help ease the stress level and put you and your spouse back on track. Well, think again....
On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | May 21, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce litigation can take months to resolve, leaving many important issues hanging in limbo for Massachusetts couples and children. In an ideal divorce, the couple has already addressed these matters, but few divorces qualify as ideal. What can couples do right...
