A lot happens in a divorce. Beyond dealing with the emotional burden, you also need to keep an eye on countless details, from dividing assets and determining custody arrangements to settling financial disputes. Amidst it all, it’s easy to slip up and make mistakes...
Is your spouse no longer committed to your marriage?
Marriage in itself is a major legal and emotional commitment. Sometimes, couples go into it with the best possible intentions, but the relationship just isn't meant to be. Marriage can be tough at times and it takes a lot of commitment. Both partners need to be able...
Are you ready for the year of firsts after your divorce?
A person who decides to end a marriage might assume that life will be marvelous once the divorce is done. While it’s true that you might be happier as a single person, there are some points that you have to consider about how you’ll handle the divorce. One of the...
Hidden assets in a divorce
Marriages requires a high element of trust to function. Often they fail when one of the parties breaches that trust. These breaches can extend to the divorce process itself, in particular, the division of marital assets. Sometimes one spouse tries to conceal marital...
When should you tell your children about your divorce?
It can be thrilling to raise children in a home with both parents. But when a marriage is not working despite trying different measures, this paradigm may shift. Staying in a relationship for the kids has been a debatable matter for years. It has both its pros and...
Is your inheritance separate property in a Massachusetts divorce?
You probably recognize that some of your property is marital, which means that you share ownership of it with your spouse. The home where you live is marital property, as you probably both are on the mortgage and on the title for the property. You may share retirement...
Division of marital property in a Massachusetts divorce
Marital property comprises all assets acquired by a couple during their marriage. It includes real estate, stocks, bank accounts and even retirement accounts. When you divorce, you are entitled to a share of the marital assets. The amount you will end up with depends...
Is money a source of disputes in your marriage?
The beginning of a relationship can be an exciting time with little turbulence and this often extends to the start of the marriage as well. But the truth is, even the strongest of marriages hit some rough patches. What’s important is how couples communicate with one...
3 sets of people that can make divorce easier for your child
As spouses and adults, you need to make the correct choices for yourselves regarding your marriage. If that means you need to divorce, then so be it. Yet as parents, you know your decision will affect your children too. Seeing the two key adults in their life split up...
What to do when you’re having trouble letting go of your marriage
Your ex made you unhappy. They were not a committed partner or parent. They emphasized their career over your family and marriage. You seldom felt truly cherished and respected. You thought you did the majority of the heavy lifting in the relationship, which wasn’t...