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 […]
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Mediation: Is it Right For You?
You have probably heard the term “mediation” offered as a solution to interpersonal issues that have legal implications, like: Divorce and parenting Probate Landlord / Tenant Employment What is mediation? Mediation is a process where a neutral third party facilitates a resolution of issues by participants. Let’s break that down: Neutral Third Party: A mediator […]
Did the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Change your Alimony Deduction?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) is a 1,000-page law that made more changes to the US Tax Code than any tax law in the last three decades. One change that has received a lot of attention is the elimination of the alimony deduction. Those who already have established alimony awards can […]
What Every Divorcing Parent Should Know About Custody
If you have children with your spouse, divorce won’t be the end of your relationship. You’ll both need to figure out a partnership that works for your child’s best interests. Divorced parents typically share custody and need to communicate about everything from schedules to educational plans. Here are some basics: There is a Difference between […]
5 Ways to Prep your Finances for Divorce
Before the attorneys and judges look into every aspect of your financial life, it’s important to prep your finances for divorce. With the right preparation, you reduce the risk of your spouse racking up debt in your name and trashing your credit score, and help the process go a little more smoothly. Once you file […]
Roadmap of the Divorce Process in Massachusetts
The divorce process can be confusing and frustrating if you don’t know what’s in store for you. Even worse, there are so many unfamiliar terms that divorce attorneys use on a regular basis, sometimes they forget to explain them all. This Roadmap of the Divorce Process lays out the timeline of the divorce process in […]