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
Below is a quick infographic on the 7 steps to file for an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts. To read the full article on How To File For Divorce In Massachusetts – click here. If you have any issues viewing, you can download the PDF by
If you have been served with a restraining order, it can be both daunting and overwhelming, especially if you have never been involved with the court system beforehand. Restraining orders are typically served by the police. Having the police show up at your doorstep is not an experience many wish to have, but it is
So here’s the inside scoop. I’ve been a divorce attorney for several years and my friends often ask me for advice when they’re facing a divorce. Beyond legal advice, here are my top tips for starting and getting through a divorce. 1. Absolutely Ignore Legal Advice from Your Spouse: Spouses will often try to offer
If you are facing divorce and bankruptcy, which should you file first? The answer depends upon your particular situation. One situation in which you may want to file for bankruptcy first is where most of your debt is joint debt, you should file the bankruptcy petition first, wiping out all joint debt. This will save
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
Chapter 7 allows individuals to essentially walk away from their debt, without repercussion. The purpose is to give individuals that qualify a “fresh start.” In 2005, the United States Bankruptcy Court revamped their criteria for determining whether an individual was “qualified” to file for relief under Chapter 7 of the US Bankruptcy Code. The hope
Recently the Bankruptcy Court revised its bankruptcy petition to make it more user friendly because it recognized that many people filing for bankruptcy were filing without the assistance of legal counsel. The bankruptcy petition is approximately 50 pages long. While it is a fill in the blank form more or less, you must be aware
