Going through a divorce in Massachusetts comes with a hefty checklist. As you work your way down that list, it is vital that you pencil in some time to take care of your physical, emotional and mental health. U.S. News & World Report provides a number of insights on healthy coping mechanisms duri...
The short answer is yes you can modify your divorce decree in Massachusetts. However, there are different ways to do it. You can file a complaint and go back to court, but that can be time-consuming. It also is costly since you will have to pay all the fees and expenses associated with filing a c...
The word “contempt” in everyday language means a person or thing that deserves disdain or disrespect. In the legal field, “contempt” is a technical term used to describe the violation of a court order. Law-abiding people who divorce through the court system receive court-ordered rules to follow v...
If you are exploring a way to end your marriage other than going before a judge in Massachusetts, you may have heard about arbitration. Some people think it is the same as mediation, but in reality these two resolution methods are very different. Arbitration is a way you can resolve your divorce ...
If you are like most Massachusetts residents, social media is a normal part of your life. When you wake up every morning, the first thing you do is check your Instagram. Then you click over to Facebook, scroll through a few comments sections and finally, before you hit the shower, you check your ...
Infidelity is a leading cause of marriage breakdowns. When a spouse suspects the other of being unfaithful, getting to the bottom of the issue of the utmost importance. While there are not always definitive answers, Very Well Mind explains some of the common signs of marital infidelity. It is imp...
If you and your former spouse are in a co-parenting relationship in Massachusetts, you might find it all but impossible to come to any sort of agreement. This is a detriment to your kids, especially if the lack of understanding causes resentment and ill-feeling between you and your ex. If you're ...
Divorce is expensive. This may be an obvious statement to many, but most do not realize just how costly divorce is until they go through it themselves. Unfortunately, if you and your spouse accumulated significant assets during your California marriage, or if you and/or your spouse were high wage...
When a couple divorces, there are numerous items to split up. The couple will need to decide how to divide the family home, any vehicles the couple shares and other valuable assets. However, spouses who started a business during the marriage have even greater issues to contend with. Business owne...
The divorce is finally over. The Massachusetts family law judge has issued the final decree, and you and your former spouse are free to go your separate ways. The only problem is, your ex is not sending you the alimony payment the judge ordered. What can you do? At the Law Offices Of Sheara F. Fr...
Family law challenges take on many forms and couples who have children often face a number of legal issues. Not only does child support often become tricky, but some may disagree on custody matters. For example, a couple may not want to split custody in a certain manner, or someone may feel that ...
The Baby Boomers and the Gen Xers are getting older, but they still know how to take matters into their own hands when it comes to their happiness. For many Massachusetts residents, this can mean seeking a divorce later in life. You might recognize this term as “gray divorce.” Gray divorce usuall...
As you may already know, you have numerous options when ending your marriage. In addition to litigation, your other choices include uncontested means, such as mediation and collaborative law. However, as we at the Law Offices Of Sheara F. Friend understand, each marriage in Massachusetts is diffe...
If you are a parent just beginning the divorce process in Massachusetts, you may be wondering what your options are for child custody. Whether you and your spouse can agree on a custody arrangement for your child or you will be figuring it out in court, it is important to fully understand the dif...
You may be headed toward your Massachusetts divorce feeling that, even though everything else in your life is going wrong, at least your prenuptial agreement will prevent a disaster in divorce court. At the Law Offices of Sheara F. Friend, we often assist clients in assessing the validity of thei...
Massachusetts parents who have gotten a divorce will also have to work through child custody arrangements. However, situations don't stay the same forever. There may come a day in which a couple believes their old custody arrangement simply doesn't work anymore. But can it be changed? In short, y...
The law does allow options for parties to a divorce to potentially change the terms — or enforce them. Once the process begins to modify a divorce judgment in Massachusetts, there would probably only be a few courses of action available that would keep you out of court. However, you could be able...
If you and your spouse are thinking about splitting up but wonder if there is an alternative to divorce litigation, you are not alone. At the Law Offices of Sheara F. Friend, we have noticed a trend of Massachusetts couples seeking to end their marriages through alternative forms of dispute resol...
For years you have worked hard at your job. You've built a career that you are proud of. The paycheck you bring home is what you depend on to get through each day. That money pays your bills and buys your groceries. Just as you count on it today, you know you will count on your retirement funds i...
Concord business owners stand to lose a lot when faced with divorce. You may even lose ownership stake in your business, which can have a devastating effect on you as well as the future of your business. Accordingly, knowing how to properly safeguard marriage is a must, as illustrated by Inc. The...
If you and your spouse contemplate a Massachusetts divorce, likely neither of you likes the idea of a long, drawn out and bitter court battle. Not only can such a traditional litigated divorce cause both of you a good deal of stress and possible financial strain, it likewise is very hard on your ...
It's become a funny joke among reporters or avid readers about millennials killing various trends including fast food, napkins or even diamonds. However, the list continues to grow with divorce being the newest addition. According to a recent study by University of Maryland professor Philip Cohen...
Alimony can be a very complicated issue in Massachusetts divorces. Many things can have impacts in cases involving this issue. This includes how long a couple was married. For one, marriage length is among the factors courts in the state look at when considering if alimony would be appropriate in...
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