The stress, anxiety, uncertainty, and emotional upheaval that come with the divorce process in Massachusetts can bring out the worst in otherwise good people. Divorce attorneys are well accustomed to hearing clients say: "I want my ex to pay!!!" Usually such comments...
It is understandable that after watching TV shows and movies depicting divorce,you could come away with the conclusion that it is required to prove fault in a Massachusetts divorce case. Many scenes depict the dramatic moment of pinning the blame on one party or...
If you're facing a change in your marriage and family life, you're not alone in Massachusetts. The best thing you can do is to find out what your options are, and learn how to protect yourself, your assets, and/or your children. One of the most common questions...
Studies show that families in Massachusetts who eat dinner together on a regular basis tend to produce offspring who are happier, healthier, and oftentimes more successful ...It turns out, eating dinner together is a recipe for more conversation between family...
A LES (Leave and Earnings Statement) is the service member's pay stub. Service members receive a LES twice monthly; on the 15th of the month and the last day of the month. On the 15th of the month, the LES has no detail just the amount paid. On the last day of the...
"If I am in the process of obtaining a Massachusetts divorce can I get in trouble in the military for adultery? This is a frequently asked question and the answer to this straightforward question can be anything but simple.The first step in answering this question...
There are some situations in which your Massachusetts attorney may recommend that you retain certain professionals, such as an accountant, appraiser, or vocational expert, to assist with your divorce case.A vocational expert is a consultant who may be hired to prepare...
A common refrain that attorneys hear during the divorce process in Massachusetts is: "I earned all the money during the marriage, so why should I have to give my ex half of everything I own?" Employment income that is earned during the marriage is considered marital...
Attorneys who specialize in Divorce and Family Law in Massachusetts will probably try many cases against each other over the years. They will attend the same professional events, and may even work on committees together. Camaraderie develops naturally over the years....
Massachusetts law allows a judge to order one party to pay the other party's reasonable attorney's fees in certain family related legal matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony and post-divorce actions.In awarding attorney's fees in actions...