As you contemplate getting a divorce, one question you most likely will ask yourself is, who will get what in my divorce? How do we divide assets, especially with many years of combined finances? What if my spouse made more money? What if I was the primary breadwinner? If you want to understand how your…
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Child Custody, Visitation & Child Support
Are you considering getting a divorce? Have you held back from moving forward because you have concerns about child custody visitation and child support? The attorneys at Amaral & Associates P.C. have years of experience resolving child custody, visitation and child support issues. Attorney Edward Amaral and Talia Simonds provide knowledgeable Information and skilled advocacy…
What You Should Know About Alimony Reform
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ALIMONY REFORM Are you getting a divorce and you have questions about alimony? Or do you have an Alimony agreement in place, and you are curious about modifying your alimony agreement because circumstances have changed due to the pandemic. First let’s cover the basics with Alimony. The enactment…
Why Is the Grey Divorce Rate Still Rising?
Let us start with the Question – What is a Grey Divorce? Grey divorce is the name for the phenomenon of older couples getting divorced. There are specific issues with grey divorce, such as dividing retirement accounts, estate planning, social security and paying for retirement. Why Is Everyone Talking About Grey Divorce? One reason…
Can Having a Baby Soon After Marriage Lead to Divorce
Are you thinking about filing for divorce? You might be wondering what went wrong and how things have come this far? Now is the time when you need to decide if you want a divorce or if you think you still want to be married. What will happen with your children and your finances?…
Do I Have to Disclose My Assets in a Divorce
Are you thinking about getting a divorce, but you are not sure about the impact that a divorce will have on your financial situation? What should your game plan be financially as you move toward divorce? You might be asking these types of financial questions. Do I have to disclose my assets and…
Can I Get Legally Separated in Massachusetts
Are you currently separated or planning on getting divorced? You might be asking yourself the question, Can I get legally separated in Massachusetts? Even though you are still married you might be living separate lives, but legally a couple cannot get separated in Massachusetts however, if they are living apart either of them can…
How Much Will It Cost for Me to Get Divorced in 2022?
You might be wondering just how much does it cost to get divorced in 2022? Has the pandemic changed the cost of divorce? How much money do you need to start the process and finally move on with your life? The total cost of a divorce case in Massachusetts in 2022 will depend on how…
How Long Will It Take Me to Get Divorced?
The answer is it will depend on the type of divorce you file. If you file for an uncontested divorce or a joint petition for divorce, then the parties both agree to divorce one another, and come to a full, fair, and reasonable settlement memorialized by a separation agreement prior to filing for…
What Types of Divorce are Available in Massachusetts?
There are two types of divorce in Massachusetts. The first is what’s known as an uncontested divorce and the second is referred to as contested divorce. In an uncontested divorce both spouses agree to get a divorce, and also agree to the terms of a divorce, then they can file a Joint Petition for…
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