There are two types of divorces in Massachusetts: contested and uncontested divorce. Each of these types is dependant on whether or not the two parties involved can reach agreements on their marital issues. If you are going through a divorce, it is in your best interest to reach out to one of our experienced Massachusetts […]
Read MoreIf you are ready to get divorced in Massachusetts, you should first have a firm understanding of your options. You may file either a fault-based divorce or a no-fault divorce. You must know what each of those can mean for you. Please continue reading and speak with our knowledgeable Bristol County divorce attorney today to […]
Read MoreDivorce is an extremely personal and oftentimes emotionally taxing event, despite it being a common occurrence in our society. It is not easy to break off a marriage, and on top of the emotional stress that comes with divorce, people naturally have many legal questions as well. What constitutes a divorce in Massachusetts? Massachusetts has […]
Read MoreMansfield Divorce Lawyer on Obtaining a No Fault Divorce without Alimony Question: I have been separated from my husband since 1998 and we have a 22 year old son together. How can I obtain a no fault divorce without alimony? Answer: As a dedicated Mansfield Divorce Lawyer, I often help clients in these types of situations. If […]
Read MoreMansfield Divorce Lawyer Explains the Two Most Common Types of Divorce Proceedings As an experienced Mansfield Divorce Lawyer, clients often come to the office and ask about two of the most common types of divorce proceedings that we have in Massachusetts. Uncontested In order to obtain an uncontested divorce, you and your spouse must complete a joint […]
Read MoreWe Seek an Uncontested Divorce, Are There Benefits to Using a Lawyer v.s. Filing Solo? Question: My husband wants to share the cost of a lawyer. I’ve been told it’s just as easy and quick to file w/o a lawyer. Not sure what to do. We have no joint assets or children. Answer: You may […]
Read MoreHow Do I Schedule a Final Hearing for an Uncontested Divorce? Question: I filed an uncontested divorce. It is amicable so all documents from both sides were filed together. Do I need to wait to be assigned a judge first, then contact the judge’s assistant? Is there some general calendar that I need to sign […]
Read MoreHow Is An Inheritance Treated During a Divorce in Massachusetts? An inheritance in divorce is divided by the court. They have the right to divide it 50-50 or they can allocate it differently. As a general matter, if an inheritance is fairly traceable to the person that received it, then the court would not […]
Read MoreWhat is the process for an uncontested divorce? In order to get a divorce which is uncontested, one has to file a joint petition for that divorce. Along with the joint petition for divorce, there are also other documents you must file. The primary documents include a separation agreement, a financial statement of each party, […]
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