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What will happen to my inheritance during the divorce?

What will happen to my inheritance during the divorce?

In Massachusetts, any and all assets held by either party are subject to an equitable division between the parties at the time of divorce. This includes assets that were inherited by either party. In determining an equitable division of inherited assets, the Judge will consider: the size of the inheritance, when the inheritance was received,…

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Co-Parenting Etiquette & The Holiday Shuffle

by: Alana Megna The holiday season is upon us, and many families are looking forward to celebrating holiday traditions. Although the holidays are filled with cheer and excitement, it can be hard to focus on the positive while going through a divorce. It is important…

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The Holiday Shuffle: Planning Vacations with Joint Custody

The Holiday Shuffle: Planning Vacations with Joint Custody

It can be difficult to plan vacations with Joint Custody. In my experience, the Probate and Family Courts tend to be quite over-crowded a few days before Christmas with parents who are in disagreement regarding holiday parenting schedules. In the event that you do not have a court order that specifies holiday parenting time, it…

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Ask a Divorce Lawyer Blog Series: A Prenuptial Agreement

Ask a Divorce Lawyer Blog Series: A Prenuptial Agreement

Top 5 Questions you may have when considering a Prenuptial Agreement 1. How much does a prenup usually cost? Unless you retain an attorney who will draft your prenuptial agreement for a flat fee, the attorney fees associated with a prenuptial agreement will be based on the amount of time needed to negotiate the terms…

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