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Custody orders in Massachusetts explain how parents should divide their rights and responsibilities regarding their children. The time that parents spend with their children depends on the terms of a custody order. Custody arrangements also dictate the division of...
Every parent who has a child in school has to figure out what they’re going to do during the winter holiday break. This break is often two weeks long, and deciding how children will spend that time can be complicated for any parent. It becomes even more complex when...
When you're facing child custody matters, it's natural to worry about how your financial situation might influence the outcome. Massachusetts courts prioritize the best interests of the child and parental fairness, but that doesn’t mean your income or financial...
Your current custody agreement might no longer be working efficiently due to changes in your schedules or your child’s needs. Whatever the reason, you may be wondering if you and your co-parent can agree on a new arrangement without going to court. The short answer is...
When parents continue to share child-related responsibilities after a separation or divorce, money inevitably becomes a concern. Expenses tied to children are ongoing, varied and sometimes unpredictable. A shared co-parenting budget can offer structure and reduce...
With summer barreling along, parents’ thoughts are turning to their children's return to school. While having someone else look after them for much of the day may come as a great relief, those parents who are divorcing may have an important question on their minds....
Gray divorces have been growing more common in the United States. For instance, for those over 65 years old, the divorce rate has tripled over the last three decades. Even for those who are simply over 45, divorce rates have been trending up, while younger couples...
Divorce can be an emotionally and legally complex process, especially when children are involved. For stay-at-home dads, questions about custody often come with added uncertainty. Traditionally, mothers were more likely to be awarded primary custody, especially if...
For the last few months, you and your spouse have been talking about getting a divorce. You finally reached the point where you’re sure that it’s going to happen. The next step is to tell your children. If you want to make this go as smoothly as possible, what should...
Custody arrangements are designed to support the best interests of the child. However, life circumstances can change. In Massachusetts, a parent must show a material and substantial change in circumstances to request a custody modification. The court will also...
