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Parenting Coordinator: Rules for the Rule-makers

Parenting Coordinator: Rules for the Rule-makers
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and the use of parenting coordinators (PC) in the context of family law litigation has gained popularity in recent years. Many ADR options, such as mediation and conciliation, provide an opportunity for the parties rather than a Court, to resolve issues, such as a plan for sharing custody of the children.…
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Improve your communication with your Ex

Improve your communication with your Ex
Communication with your ex is likely to be a tough task. Remember that it isn't always necessary to meet your ex in person-speaking over the phone or exchanging texts or emails is fine for the majority of conversations. The goal is to establish conflict-free communication, so see which type of contact works best for you.…
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MA Appeals Court Decision: Parenting Coordinators

MA Appeals Court Decision: Parenting Coordinators
In September, the Massachusetts Appeals Court entered a decision regarding the appointment of parenting coordinators in Massachusetts. The underlying case was a modification action regarding the appointment of a parenting coordinator to assist the parties in resolving disputed issues relating to shared legal custody of their children. In the parties' Separation Agreement, the parties agreed…
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Harassment vs. Abuse Prevention Orders

Harassment vs. Abuse Prevention Orders
Massachusetts offers two statutory mechanisms—Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 209A and Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 258E—for protection of victims of abuse and harassment. In 1978, Massachusetts was among the first states to address domestic violence by creation of abuse prevention orders under 209A. Although 209A provided relief to countless victims of abuse, its mandate of a…
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