It’s a relief to have the judge approve your Separation Agreement, but you still have a few more things to do, before you fully free your finances. It’s now time to do some estate planning after divorce. It’s never fun to think about death, or your ex, but you’ll have to push through the discomfort […]
Family Law
What is Collaborative Law?
“Collaborative” sounds good. But what does it really mean to have a collaborative law process for your divorce? Couples who are divorcing have options beyond just litigation and mediation. Collaborative law is a practice that mixes the negotiation and collaboration of mediation and the legal advocacy you would have in litigation. This method of family […]
How to Keep Your Medical Information Private From Your Ex
It’s common to be covered by your ex’s health insurance policy, but it does carry some privacy risks. Your ex might be receiving statements from the insurance company about your medical procedures. Thankfully, Massachusetts has some protections to keep your medical information private — but you have to know to ask for them. The 2018 […]
Refinancing Your Home During Divorce
The most common question we get from homeowners who are thinking about divorce is, “What happens to our home?” “Does one spouse get to keep it and the other has to move out?” “Does it have to be sold right away?” Not surprisingly, uncertainty about what happens to your home can cause a good deal […]
Holiday Proof Your Parenting Plan
Whenever I draft a parenting plan, I pay attention to all of the holidays. But if you don’t yet have an agreement about parenting time, you may be wondering how to handle the holidays with your soon-to-be-ex. All of the Holidays In addition to the big holidays, Thanksgiving and Christmas, there are six Monday holidays […]
How Much Does a Divorce Cost?
How much does a divorce cost? It depends. It depends on how well parties can agree on how to divide assets, debts, co-parent the children, and whether and how much one party will receive ongoing financial support from the other. Parties can choose several routes through the divorce process: Do it yourselves (“DIY”), Support from […]