Attorney Eric Schutzbank brings a thoughtful, strategic perspective to mediation shaped by his experience representing clients in complex family law matters across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Known for his ability to balance assertive advocacy with practical resolution, Attorney Schutzbank focuses on positioning his clients’ interests
Many spouses who agree on the terms of their separation ask whether hiring an attorney is really necessary. If everything is amicable, it may seem straightforward to file paperwork and move on. However, even in a cooperative case, divorce is still a legal process with
Now Hiring: Associate Attorney (Family Law) 📍 Merrimack Valley | North Andover, Massachusetts Berid & Schutzbank, a well-established family law firm located in North Andover, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking
The holiday season often brings added financial pressure for families. Gifts, travel, school breaks, and seasonal activities can quickly increase expenses. For separated or divorced parents, these added costs sometimes lead to confusion or disagreement about child support obligations. Understanding how child support works during
The Christmas holiday season is often portrayed as a time filled with joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for separated or newly divorced parents, it can also bring feelings of stress, sadness, and uncertainty—especially when it comes to sharing time with children and creating holiday plans.
Divorce is rarely easy, but the way couples choose to navigate the separation can profoundly influence their emotional well-being, financial stability, and long-term family relationships. While traditional litigation remains the default path for many, an increasing number of divorcing spouses are turning to the Collaborative Law
The Massachusetts Trial Court has unveiled a revised set of Child Support Guidelines that will go into effect on December 1, 2025—marking the most substantial overhaul since 2021. These guidelines shape how child support is calculated in Massachusetts, offering a uniform starting point for determining
When couples divorce in Massachusetts, one of the most important financial questions that arises is what happens to retirement accounts. Whether you have a pension, 401(k), IRA, or another type of retirement plan, these assets are often among the largest marital holdings with the exception
We are proud to share that Attorney Eric Schutzbank has been named to the 2025 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list—a distinction earned by no more than five percent of attorneys across the Commonwealth. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication, is a nationally recognized rating service that
The marital home is a significant financial and emotional asset. In Massachusetts, courts strive for equitable distribution, factoring in contributions, finances, custody, and fairness—not simply dividing assets 50/50. Options typically include selling the home, one spouse buying out the other, or creating arrangements that support
Attorney Eric Schutzbank brings a thoughtful, strategic perspective to mediation shaped by his experience representing clients in complex family law matters across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Known for his ability to balance assertive advocacy with practical resolution, Attorney Schutzbank focuses on positioning his clients’ interests
Many spouses who agree on the terms of their separation ask whether hiring an attorney is really necessary. If everything is amicable, it may seem straightforward to file paperwork and move on. However, even in a cooperative case, divorce is still a legal process with
Now Hiring: Associate Attorney (Family Law) 📍 Merrimack Valley | North Andover, Massachusetts Berid & Schutzbank, a well-established family law firm located in North Andover, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking
The holiday season often brings added financial pressure for families. Gifts, travel, school breaks, and seasonal activities can quickly increase expenses. For separated or divorced parents, these added costs sometimes lead to confusion or disagreement about child support obligations. Understanding how child support works during
The Christmas holiday season is often portrayed as a time filled with joy, celebration, and togetherness. But for separated or newly divorced parents, it can also bring feelings of stress, sadness, and uncertainty—especially when it comes to sharing time with children and creating holiday plans.
Divorce is rarely easy, but the way couples choose to navigate the separation can profoundly influence their emotional well-being, financial stability, and long-term family relationships. While traditional litigation remains the default path for many, an increasing number of divorcing spouses are turning to the Collaborative Law
The Massachusetts Trial Court has unveiled a revised set of Child Support Guidelines that will go into effect on December 1, 2025—marking the most substantial overhaul since 2021. These guidelines shape how child support is calculated in Massachusetts, offering a uniform starting point for determining
When couples divorce in Massachusetts, one of the most important financial questions that arises is what happens to retirement accounts. Whether you have a pension, 401(k), IRA, or another type of retirement plan, these assets are often among the largest marital holdings with the exception
We are proud to share that Attorney Eric Schutzbank has been named to the 2025 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list—a distinction earned by no more than five percent of attorneys across the Commonwealth. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters publication, is a nationally recognized rating service that
The marital home is a significant financial and emotional asset. In Massachusetts, courts strive for equitable distribution, factoring in contributions, finances, custody, and fairness—not simply dividing assets 50/50. Options typically include selling the home, one spouse buying out the other, or creating arrangements that support
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