Divorce is an uncomfortable subject. If you haven’t been divorced yourself, you probably don’t know what to say – and you will likely end up with a foot in your mouth. As you go to see a friend or family member that is divorced or going through a divorce — keep a couple things in
Most people are accustomed to negotiating over child custody, the house and bank accounts — but more and more disputes are popping up in new areas. Here is a list of 5 new things that are becoming common disputes during divorce. POINTS AND MILES Yes, people in 2019 are now fighting over who gets the
This is often the first question for anyone considering a divorce. How much is it going to cost me to get a divorce? Unfortunately, the answer isn’t a simple one. A divorce can be achieved for as little as $1,500 to $4,000. It is important to keep in mind that traditional divorce is not always
The final version of the new alimony deduction tax plan is in effect. The new alimony deduction tax bill affects divorces carried out after December 31, 2018. The new rule won’t affect anyone already paying alimony. This move makes ending marriages an even more drawn-out and expensive process, and could be particularly painful for lower-income couples. This
Article by Erin Levine Click here to view the original article and image credits on HelloDivorce.com In more than 12 years of working in family law, I’ve worked with hundreds (thousands?) of individuals and couples who have decided to end their marriage. A significant portion of those marriages involved children. Some of those marriages ended amicably,
Every 4 years the child support guidelines must be reviewed, which often leads to an overhaul in how child support is calculated. In September of 2017, there were new guidelines–which is already being amended just 7 months later. Why? There are “glitches” in the state online calculator leading to errors, which could be costing thousands
By Jen Glantz All images and article courtesy of Prevention.com Click here to view the original article, author and image credits on Prevention.com You hear people blame their divorce on a myriad of things: infidelity, lack of communication, or the sense that they’re no longer in love with their partner. Career choice doesn’t usually enter
How to file for divorce in Massachusetts by Amy Saunders, Esq To file for a divorce in Massachusetts, you will need the follow the 8 steps below. I have included a copy of the necessary forms below. If you would like a quick infographic of the steps to file for uncontested divorce, click on the
This is a step by step guide for anyone considering a do it yourself divorce in Massachusetts. As we get started, there are a couple different DIY divorces. You complete all of the paperwork and file with the court. You have an attorney do all (or some) of the paperwork and you file with the
With over 13 million parents sharing custody of their children in the U.S., celebrating Christmas on an alternate day is a reality for many parents. This was the case for Anna Friedman, whose daughter usually spends Christmas with her dad. Naturally, her daughter wanted to know how Santa would know that she and her mom
