When parents with young children get divorced, they will have to determine child custody. This can be extremely difficult. Often, parents disagree about what is best for their children, and it can be hard to see eye to eye in the midst of a divorce. As a result, custody is often determined by a judge. […]
Read MoreA divorce can be very overwhelming but even more so because children are involved. Various factors come into play when deciding child custody arrangements, but the ultimate goal is to keep the child’s best interest in mind. Therefore, whether it is up to the parents to make custody arrangements, or if the court has to step […]
Read MoreCurrently, many parents are deciding whether or not to vaccinate their children against the coronavirus. The vaccine is controversial, with many people holding strong opinions about it. As a result, some co-parents are struggling to come to an agreement when it comes to vaccinating their children. Read on to learn more. Types of Custody Awarded […]
Read MoreAfter a divorce, many people wish to move out of state. Read on to learn more about Massachusett’s requirements when it comes to relocating with your child after a divorce. Massachusetts Relocation Requirements The relocation of a child after a divorce is a very sensitive matter. In the state of Massachusetts, the law requires certain […]
Read MoreSchool is almost out of session, and you are likely making plans for summer vacation. This can be a difficult process if you share custody, as you will have to ensure that you and your child’s other parent do not have any scheduling conflicts. One of the most important things to do is be communicative. […]
Read MoreWhen couples with children decide to get divorced, there are a lot of different matters to work out. One of the most important things to determine is child custody. Read on to learn more about the different types of custody and how a Massachusetts court will determine custody. What are the Types of Custody? In […]
Read MoreWhen a couple gets divorced, there are a lot of different things to figure out. You may have to determine child support, child custody, and alimony. These arrangements are carefully orchestrated, so once they are finalized, they can be difficult to modify. That being said, our lives change and what worked at one point may […]
Read MoreIf you are a grandparent, you know how important it is to spend time with your grandchildren. Unfortunately, in some cases, grandparents struggle to obtain visitation rights. This is especially difficult in the state of Massachusetts, which is fairly strict when it comes to grandparents’ rights. If you are a grandparent struggling with visitation, you […]
Read MoreAs we all navigate through these unprecedented times brought on by the new coronavirus, many are left wondering about what the next step will be. People who lost their jobs are now searching for employment, individuals who contracted the virus are doing their best to heal, and parents are now presented with unique parenting challenges. […]
Read MoreIf you are ready to get a divorce, you may be considering mediation. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has opened up a whole new world to online/telephone mediation that may make your divorce far easier on you, your spouse, and your children. Please continue reading and reach out to our experienced Massachusetts divorce attorney today to […]
Read MoreAs most of the country, and especially the Northeast, has been ordered to stay inside and close up shop, we feel you should know that our firm remains open and ready to help you via telephone or video conference with the various family law issues cropping up as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 has affected us all in several different ways. Unfortunately, one of the primary victims of the new coronavirus is divorced parents and their children. Stay-at-home orders make matters of child custody and parenting time quite confusing for parents, as their primary goal is keeping their children safe. Though the thought of simply ignoring your […]
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