by: Julia Rodgers What happens to the engagement ring if you and your fiancé decide not to get married? In most cases, the engagement ring must go back to the purchaser. This is because the engagement ring is not considered a pure gift, but rather a conditional gift, with the condition being that the parties…
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What is Collaborative Law?
[caption id="attachment_4770" align="aligncenter" width="604"] A Collaborative Divorce can be a great option for couples who are willing to negotiate rather than litigate.[/caption] by: Julia Rodgers Divorce is often a devastating and stressful experience - but it doesn't have to be. Collaborative law is an approach to divorce (in Massachusetts- not all states offer collaborative divorce)…
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A Cheap Online Divorce: Easy Fix or Dangerous Pick?
[caption id="attachment_4783" align="aligncenter" width="604"] An cheap online divorce may lead to an unfavorable outcome.[/caption] by: Julia Rodgers Most of us are willing and excited to spend thousands of dollars, and months of preparation on a wedding. We devote hours upon hours to scrupulous planning in anticipation of the "big day." Quite the opposite happens when…
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Can I Force My Spouse to Pay My Attorneys Fees?
by: Julia Rodgers In general, each party is responsible for their attorneys fees. However, if you have no access to money because your spouse controls the finances, you can file a motion for attorneys fees “pendente lite,” in which case a judge may order an advance on your share of the marital assets for your…
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