Category Archives: Divorce/Separation

Coming to Agreements During the Divorce Process

By: Christina Pashou, Esq. The length of time it will take for your divorce to be complete cannot be mapped out in advance.  While at first there may be limited issues, along the way other matters may become contested or be subject to negotiation. When either you or your spouse files for divorce, you will…
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Understanding Terms the Merge v. Survive in Your Separation Agreement

By: Christina Pashou, Esq. In Massachusetts there is a waiting period after a Judgment of Divorce Nisi is issued and before the divorce becomes final. This is called the Nisi period. If you file a completely uncontested divorce with no litigation, your divorce will be final 120 days after the Judgement of Divorce Nisi is…
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Filing for Divorce in Massachusetts

By: Jennifer Silva, Esq. Before you take the necessary steps to file a Complaint for Divorce in Massachusetts, it is important that you confirm that you have met the necessary requirements to do so.  The power of the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court to grant a divorce is based on a person’s domicile in Massachusetts. …
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