Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, but having a solid understanding of the divorce laws in your state can help you navigate the legal complexities more effectively. If you are considering or going through a divorce in Massachusetts, this comprehensive guide will provide
“Grandparent estrangement” refers to grandparents being prevented from seeing and maintaining a relationship with their grandchildren. It can happen after a divorce, when the custodial parent blocks their former in-laws from access to the children. It can also happen when the grandparents’ own children don’t
In the classic 1979 film Kramer vs. Kramer, mother Joanna Kramer (played by Meryl Streep) abruptly left her husband Ted (played by Dustin Hoffman), forcing him to care for their young son on his own. She returned more than a year later and demanded sole
Please join the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Family Law Section, where Attorney Eric Schutzbank, Esq. will be presenting: Managing the Madness: How to Effectively Deal with the Stress of Family Law Practice Tuesday, June 6, noon – 1 p.m. Click here to register.
A recent Rhode Island case should send a clear message to those getting divorced that they need to go through all their insurance policies, retirement accounts, and estate planning documents to see who they have listed as their beneficiary. If they see that their soon-to-be
Sixty-two percent of attorneys polled in a recent survey conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reported that they have seen a significant increase in the number of clients seeking prenuptial agreements over the past several years. Other reports indicate that the total number
The divorce process can take a long time — anywhere from several months to several years, depending on the complexity of the issues and the level of conflict. However, certain issues may need to be addressed more quickly than that. That’s where a “pendente lite”
The Supreme Judicial Court’s recent decision in the case of Cavanaugh v. Cavanaugh has had a major impact on how alimony and child support are calculated in Massachusetts Probate & Family Court cases. The Court’s decision, which was issued in June 2022, has significantly revised
Divorce can be challenging. Even if both parties are on board, divorce is a significant life shift, and with that comes stress, uncertainty, and change. As your needs, priorities, and goals take on a new course, one thing you don’t want to overlook is your
A recent case from Massachusetts shows that being as clear as possible with your attorney about your wishes when negotiating a separation agreement will help you greatly should a dispute arise later on. In that case, a divorcing couple negotiated a separation agreement that merged
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, but having a solid understanding of the divorce laws in your state can help you navigate the legal complexities more effectively. If you are considering or going through a divorce in Massachusetts, this comprehensive guide will provide
“Grandparent estrangement” refers to grandparents being prevented from seeing and maintaining a relationship with their grandchildren. It can happen after a divorce, when the custodial parent blocks their former in-laws from access to the children. It can also happen when the grandparents’ own children don’t
In the classic 1979 film Kramer vs. Kramer, mother Joanna Kramer (played by Meryl Streep) abruptly left her husband Ted (played by Dustin Hoffman), forcing him to care for their young son on his own. She returned more than a year later and demanded sole
Please join the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Family Law Section, where Attorney Eric Schutzbank, Esq. will be presenting: Managing the Madness: How to Effectively Deal with the Stress of Family Law Practice Tuesday, June 6, noon – 1 p.m. Click here to register.
A recent Rhode Island case should send a clear message to those getting divorced that they need to go through all their insurance policies, retirement accounts, and estate planning documents to see who they have listed as their beneficiary. If they see that their soon-to-be
Sixty-two percent of attorneys polled in a recent survey conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers reported that they have seen a significant increase in the number of clients seeking prenuptial agreements over the past several years. Other reports indicate that the total number
The divorce process can take a long time — anywhere from several months to several years, depending on the complexity of the issues and the level of conflict. However, certain issues may need to be addressed more quickly than that. That’s where a “pendente lite”
The Supreme Judicial Court’s recent decision in the case of Cavanaugh v. Cavanaugh has had a major impact on how alimony and child support are calculated in Massachusetts Probate & Family Court cases. The Court’s decision, which was issued in June 2022, has significantly revised
Divorce can be challenging. Even if both parties are on board, divorce is a significant life shift, and with that comes stress, uncertainty, and change. As your needs, priorities, and goals take on a new course, one thing you don’t want to overlook is your
A recent case from Massachusetts shows that being as clear as possible with your attorney about your wishes when negotiating a separation agreement will help you greatly should a dispute arise later on. In that case, a divorcing couple negotiated a separation agreement that merged
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