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Division of Marital Assets in Massachusetts: Protecting Your Financial Interests

One of the most critical aspects of divorce proceedings is the division of marital assets. In this article, we provide helpful and informative content on how Massachusetts law handles the division of marital assets and how you can protect your financial interests during this process. Understanding Marital Assets  Before we delve into the division process, it’s essential to understand what

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Massachusetts SJC Changes Alimony and Child Support Calculations

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 family court cases. The court’s decision, which was issued in June 2022, has revised the way in which income is considered when determining support payments, and has introduced a new approach to

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What You Need to Know About the Residency Requirements for Filing for Divorce in Massachusetts

Filing for divorce can be a challenging and emotionally draining process. It is essential to understand the legal requirements for filing for divorce in Massachusetts. One of the critical requirements for filing for divorce is meeting the residency requirements. Here is what you need to know about the residency requirements for filing for divorce in Massachusetts. Massachusetts Residency Requirements for

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Sharing Custody During The Holidays

The holidays tend to be a time of increased stress for many. However, during a divorce, the pressure of the holidays can take on a whole new meaning. It’s no longer about what you’ll be cooking or who you need to buy gifts for but if and when you’ll get to see the kids. While divorce brings about significant change

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Can recreational marijuana be used against me in a child custody case?

The legalization of marijuana in Massachusetts has left some questions regarding parental rights in child custody cases. Like alcohol, marijuana can be used by adults 21 and older without legal repercussions for safe use on private property. According to subsection (4)(d) of Massachusetts General Laws, unless the child is placed in unreasonable danger, parental rights can’t be changed solely based

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Dividing Qualified Retirement Plans in the Aftermath of Divorce

Splitting assets during a divorce can be an arduous task. To complicate things, the division of certain retirement savings accounts requires an extra step. DRO vs. QDRO Divorce proceedings often conclude with a domestic relations order (DRO) to lay out the division of retirement assets. However, assets from a qualified retirement plan, such as a 401(k), are covered by the

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Division of Marital Assets in Massachusetts: Protecting Your Financial Interests

One of the most critical aspects of divorce proceedings is the division of marital assets. In this article, we provide helpful and informative content on how Massachusetts law handles the division of marital assets and how you can protect your financial interests during this process. Understanding Marital Assets  Before we delve into the division process, it’s essential to understand what

Read More »

Massachusetts SJC Changes Alimony and Child Support Calculations

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 family court cases. The court’s decision, which was issued in June 2022, has revised the way in which income is considered when determining support payments, and has introduced a new approach to

Read More »

What You Need to Know About the Residency Requirements for Filing for Divorce in Massachusetts

Filing for divorce can be a challenging and emotionally draining process. It is essential to understand the legal requirements for filing for divorce in Massachusetts. One of the critical requirements for filing for divorce is meeting the residency requirements. Here is what you need to know about the residency requirements for filing for divorce in Massachusetts. Massachusetts Residency Requirements for

Read More »

Sharing Custody During The Holidays

The holidays tend to be a time of increased stress for many. However, during a divorce, the pressure of the holidays can take on a whole new meaning. It’s no longer about what you’ll be cooking or who you need to buy gifts for but if and when you’ll get to see the kids. While divorce brings about significant change

Read More »

Can recreational marijuana be used against me in a child custody case?

The legalization of marijuana in Massachusetts has left some questions regarding parental rights in child custody cases. Like alcohol, marijuana can be used by adults 21 and older without legal repercussions for safe use on private property. According to subsection (4)(d) of Massachusetts General Laws, unless the child is placed in unreasonable danger, parental rights can’t be changed solely based

Read More »

Dividing Qualified Retirement Plans in the Aftermath of Divorce

Splitting assets during a divorce can be an arduous task. To complicate things, the division of certain retirement savings accounts requires an extra step. DRO vs. QDRO Divorce proceedings often conclude with a domestic relations order (DRO) to lay out the division of retirement assets. However, assets from a qualified retirement plan, such as a 401(k), are covered by the

Read More »
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781-569-5220

Woburn Office

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246 Walnut St, Ste 301
Newton, MA 02460

By Appointment

100 Trade Center
Woburn, MA 01801