Category Archives: Divorce/Separation

Should I Tell My Divorce Lawyer Everything?

Failure to disclose important information to your attorney can damage your case. Every Massachusetts divorce case is different, with many moving parts. So, when you contemplate whether you should tell your divorce lawyer everything, the answer is yes. What is considered important in a MA divorce case? If you are unsure about whether something is…
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13 Tips for Facing the Holiday Season After a Divorce

The holiday season can be stressful for any family, but it can be especially difficult for anyone experiencing his/her first holiday season after a divorce. The holidays were once a merry occasion for family and togetherness. Or perhaps they were a time of stress and obligations — a load you shared with your partner. Either…
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What is a Discovery Deadline?

If you have a contested divorce, paternity, or modification matter pending with the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court, it is likely that the Judge will enter a “discovery deadline” date.  This deadline is set by the Judge in order to move the case forward and ensure that both sides are gathering the necessary documents/information to…
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How to Sell Real Estate During a Divorce

Many divorce actions involve real estate owned by one or both parties.  Through the divorce process, you will discuss and hopefully agree upon the ultimate division of the real estate, which may include the property being sold or one party “buying out” the other party’s equitable interest in the real estate.  If the parties cannot…
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