Q: What is General Term Alimony? A: There are 4 types of alimony under Massachusetts law. The four types are: General Term Alimony: the periodic payment of support to a recipient spouse who is economically dependent. Rehabilitative alimony: the periodic payment of support to a recipient spouse who is expected to become economically self-sufficient…
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How Much Will My Divorce Cost?
Many times one of the first questions a potential client will ask our firm is “How much will my divorce cost?” Unfortunately, there is no straight answer for this question. There are many variable factors that can affect how much a divorce will cost, and there is no “standard” legal fees for a divorce. One…
Who gets the house in a divorce?
Q: I’m getting a divorce. Who gets the house when the divorce is finalized? A: The short answer is, it depends. There are many factors that must be considered in determining who gets to keep the marital home during a divorce. Q: What factors are considered in determining who gets the marital home in…
Property Division in a Divorce
Q: What is martial property? A: Massachusetts law has a very broad definition of marital property. It defines marital property as property owned by either or both spouses, whether acquired during the marriage, or prior to the marriage. This means that if property is in only one spouse’s name, or was bought before the marriage,…
Divorce Mediation: Preparing Your Case
Now that you have made the wise decision to mediate your divorce case, it’s time to do your homework. As you know, mediation provides a mechanism for disputing parties to reach an amicable and well thought out resolution to a divorce, without having to depend on the court to make decisions for you and your…
8 Pieces Of Advice For Divorce In Your 20s
It’s easy to be hard on yourself when going through divorce in your 20s. While all your friends are busy planning their weddings on Pinterest, you’re planning a new life without your spouse and dealing with mounting legal bills. To make the process a little easier, we asked experts — divorce lawyers, psychologists and financial…
5 Ways to Help Your Kids Thrive After Divorce
Divorce is prevalent in American culture nowadays. All divorces are painful, but those between parents of small children can be particularly hard, since you worry about your children’s emotional welfare on top of all of the other stressors involved in your divorce. Amidst all of the pain and chaos of your divorce, making sure the…
10 Things No One Tells You About Divorce
Not all divorce advice is created equal. For every good tip you receive from someone (don’t use your attorney as your therapist, keep those rants about your ex off Facebook), there are just as many unhelpful comments: “Don’t get mad, get everything!” Just no. The best source for advice you can actually use are divorcés…
Divorce Questions: How Does Adultery Affect A Divorce Case?
Marriages can end when one member of the couple discovers that the other has had an adulterous relationship. How important is the impact of the extra-marital relationship on the divorce itself? Legally, the answer varies from state to state. In some states, there is very little impact at all while, in others, it can have…
Getting divorced without breaking the bank
Jennifer Zoschak, a partner in the family law firm of Oswald & Zoschak in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, handled the divorce of a couple that had been married for more than 20 years. The wife-who she represented-earned 40 percent less than the husband, so Zoschak knew that alimony would likely be part of any settlement they…
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