Alimony
Massachusetts recently made broad-sweeping changes to its laws concerning alimony, which changes have been hailed as a model for how the legal system should adapt to an age where both spouses commonly work to financially support their families.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Alternative dispute resolution includes different mechanisms by which a case may be resolved short of a courthouse trial including arbitration, mediation, conciliation and collaborative law.
Child Custody
Child custody issues can become complicated and entail a great deal of emotional upheaval for the entire family. This area of Massachusetts domestic relations practice requires professionals who have the compassion needed to deal with families and children.
Child Support
Child support is a very serious matter for Massachusetts families. While the Courts attempt to approach each case with fairness and families want a timely and amicable agreement, there are times when child support matters become clouded with emotion.
Divorce
The legal dissolution of a marriage in Massachusetts can be either a fault or a no-fault divorce. Regardless of whether your divorce case is based upon a no-fault breakdown of the marriage, the divorce process can be a difficult and an emotional journey for all involved, including the parties and their children.
Guardian Ad Litem
In Massachusetts, child custody cases are decided based on the best interests of the child. Deciding what is in the best interests of a child can be a difficult task for judges and families.
High Net Worth Divorce
Any divorce can be a difficult journey for Massachusetts residents to endure. If it is considered a high net worth divorce, the stakes may be much greater. Any divorce can be a difficult journey for Massachusetts residents to endure. If it is considered a high net worth divorce, the stakes may be much greater.
Mediation / Conciliation
Alternative dispute resolution includes different mechanisms by which a case may be resolved short of a courthouse trial including arbitration, mediation, conciliation and collaborative law. For many couples and families, the thought of litigation or a courtroom battle is stressful.
Parenting Coordinator
In most cases when there are children involved in a divorce, any decisions that impact those children should be handled jointly. That may be difficult if a child custody is contested or if the parties have trouble communicating effectively.
Property Settlement
Massachusetts is an equitable property state. “Equitable division” is governed by statute which provides for consideration of certain factors including but not limited to the length of the marriage, the parties’ respective ages, the conduct of the parties during the marriage, the contribution of the parties to the acquisition and preservation of marital property, and each party’s ability to earn income and acquire assets in the future.
