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Hiding Assets During Divorce

Money problems are one of the leading reasons that couples split, so it’s no surprise that divorcing spouses may attempt to conceal assets. In some cases, partners keep financial secrets during the marriage, and that deception may continue as the couple goes through the divorce. Concealing assets most commonly occurs in cases of significant wealth, but middle-class spouses also may attempt to…

Can Text Messages Be Used in Divorce Court?

It has become easier to communicate with loved ones instantly through technology. No matter the location, we can easily send emails, texts, or direct messages from social media accounts. However, these electronic messages also can show the negative side of a relationship. Couples can get into heated arguments, send threatening messages, converse with secret lovers, and discuss criminal wrongdoings. When a relationship…

New Child Support Guidelines Effective June 15, 2018

Today the Trial Court announced that there will be a new supplemental 2017 Child Support Guidelines and accompanying Worksheet effective June 15, 2018.  They aim for the Guidelines and Worksheet to be released on the mass.gov website on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. The purpose of the new Guidelines and Worksheet is to resolve the 3 main issues that we pointed out in…

Why You Should Get Divorced Under the 2018 Tax Reform

If divorce seems like a very likely event in your near future, the time to do it might be now. More specifically, you have until December 31, 2018 to finalize a divorce if you want to take advantage of the old tax laws. Starting January 1, 2019, divorce could become a lot more expensive and a much longer process – and if…

When You Should Get a Prenup

Many people balk at the idea of a prenuptial agreement, finding the idea “unromantic.” They may discuss other topics unrelated to romance, such as whether or not to purchase a new refrigerator for the house they plan on living in, or whether one of them will fix dinner or will they go out to eat. But, they still hesitate to talk about…