Prenups have a reputation of being exclusively for high net worth couples or wealthy people who want to control their spouses’ access to assets. More often than however, this is not the case. Not everyone makes a prenup just to hold on to “what’s theirs.” Prenups are becoming a more acceptable way for spouses-to-be…
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Divorce and Removal Parental Relocation
Do you want to move out of Massachusetts after your Divorce with your Child? This type of Divorce issue is known as a Removal Case. Removal cases are some of the most complex, contentious situations that can arise after divorce — or between unmarried parents with custody, visitation, and support orders in force. A removal…
Divorce and Domestic Violence/Restraining Orders
Are you dealing with issues of Domestic Violence and Divorce? Do you need a way out of a demanding situation? One thing we have seen during the past few months of the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard libel trial is that when a marriage falls apart there can be abuse and it can happen on…
How Will Your Marital Property be Divided in Divorce?
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…
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 provides knowledgeable Information and skilled advocacy for parents and…
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…
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