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- Tuesday, 23 August 2011 20:17 Shared Physical Custody: A Growing Trend Posted by Marc Years ago, when a couple parted ways, it was simply assumed that the children would live with their mother and have visitation with their father. Typically, the father’s visitation with his children was for two weekends per month and if feasible for him, a “dinner visit” during the week. This left the mother feeling overwhelmed Continue Reading...
- Thursday, 06 October 2011 18:24 Massachusetts: Joint Petition or Complaint for Divorce Posted by Christine G. DeBernardis, Esq. In Massachusetts, there are two ways by which a party can file for a divorce. The first is commonly known as a “joint petition.” The second is commonly referred to as a “complaint for divorce.” A “joint petition” is filed when the parties agree on how to resolve all of the issues surrounding their separation. Continue Reading...
- Wednesday, 12 October 2011 14:37 Massachusetts: The Alimony Reform Act Posted by Christine G. DeBernardis, Esq. A recent hot topic in family law is alimony. I’m sure a lot of you have heard of the proposed legislation known as the Alimony Reform Act. This Act aims to define, clarify and guide the Courts, and the litigants, regarding certain aspects of alimony. Amongst other things, the Act sets term limits, provides limitation Continue Reading...
- Monday, 14 November 2011 16:57 Marital Property: What is it? Posted by Christine G. DeBernardis, Esq. Far too often I meet with a client for consultation who is concerned that a certain asset is not a marital asset because it is not “in [their] name.” A client may say “well, we have a home but it is in his name only” or “I don’t have a retirement account, but she does.” Continue Reading...
- Thursday, 29 December 2011 16:36 Massachusetts: Separate Support or Divorce? Posted by Christine G. DeBernardis, Esq. Actions for Separate Support and for Divorce are two very distinct options that are separate filings in the Probate & Family Court. It is important to understand the differences between the two options in order for you to make an informed decision for you and your family. If you seek separate support, you are telling Continue Reading...