Ways to Discover Hidden Assets During a Divorce
Despite complications to the marriage, most people enter the divorce process believing their soon to be ex-spouse is an honest person. Unfortunately, this is not always the situation. The fact is, dishonesty is a common reason for seeking a divorce. Even if you have no reason to suspect your former partner is dishonest, there is […]
Divorce 101: A Quick Intro To Filing For Divorce In Massachusetts
Many couples start out in marriage with great hopes and expectations, only to end up in a relationship that unfortunately does not work. There are many steps in the divorce process in Massachusetts and just as many avenues to take depending on your situation. Here is a brief introduction to filing for divorce in Massachusetts […]
Filing for Divorce with the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court
For those looking to pursue a divorce action in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, several factors must be considered prior to the filing of an action with the Probate and Family Court. The legal process of divorce can be complicated; therefore, it is in the best interest of each individual to consider hiring an attorney who […]
I am liable for my wife’s student loan?
Additional Info: Question about my wife’s student loan. My wife and I are getting divorced. She took out a loan so she could finish her degree at Boston College. She said she would use the degree to get a job, but she hasn’t finished the program so technically the “community” hasn’t benefited from her returning […]
What are my rights during the divorce process?
Additional Info: Question about the divorce process in Massachusetts. My husband has moved out of our home in Natick and changed all the passwords to our bank accounts. Can he legally do this before we get divorced? I am a stay at home mom. How am I supposed to live and take care of the […]
How will my husband’s reckless behavior affect our divorce?
Additional Info: I thought getting married and having a child would make my husband more responsible. We even moved from the city to a Boston Metrowest suburb, but he still goes out several nights a week with friends and comes back intoxicated. Recently he was too hungover the next day to go to work, and […]
Ex has been in contempt of divorce decree for years.
Additional Information: My ex husband have been divorced for almost 6 years. My daughter and I live in Wayland close to my parents and they have provided a lot of emotional and financial support as my ex has been in contempt of divorce decree for several years. Now, I’m not sure if there’s anything I […]
We’re getting divorced, how are assets divided?
Additional Information: When my husband and I were engaged, I finished business school and as a graduation present my parents gave me $50K to start my own company. We got married, bought a home in Ashland, and started a family right away. I never started my business and the money has been in a savings […]
What is the best way to handle the financial aspects of a divorce?
Additional Information: My husband moved out of our Southborough home almost 18 months ago. We are on good terms with one another and have an agreed up on schedule for time with the kids. He currently pays for daycare for our youngest, but I think he should contribute more to kid-related expenses. ATTORNEY ANSWER: Your […]
Divorcing couples may have to share property they acquire after they split up
Most people assume that a divorcing couple’s assets will be divided according to what they own at the time they separate. But in some cases, things that happen after a couple split up can affect what they’re entitled to in a divorce. Only an attorney with expertise in divorce law can determine exactly what you […]