Massachusetts Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative law in Massachusetts is now used in divorce, family law, business disputes, employment conflicts, probate contests, insurance claims, construction disputes, and especially divorce disputes.
Read MoreHome-field Advantage
Since Massachusetts legalized same sex marriage in 2004, the question of divorce has yet to be successfully and properly addressed by the state. The first same sex divorce was filed shortly after the legalization; the courts were inadequately prepared to handle the intricacies of a same sex marriage. The biggest of these problems being the…
Read MoreDefense of Marriage Act Deemed Indefensible
On February 23, 2011 Attorney General Eric Holder, at the direction of President Obama, reached a conclusion to stop legal defense of the Defense of Marriage Act’s (DOMA) third section, according to the United Stated Department of Justice.
Read MoreDivorce Mediation 101
Divorce mediation is becoming increasingly popular for couples that wish to amenably end their relationships. Nearly a quarter million people use mediation for divorce yearly in the US, including Massachusetts divorce.
Read MoreDon't Ask Don't Tell Repeal
The Don’t Ask Tell Repeal Plan should address issues involved in same sex marriage. Where questions remain, we recommend same sex couples to talk with a Massachusetts law firm like Fields and Dennis, LLP. We believe in innovative solutions to complex family problems.
Read MoreFor Richer or for Retirement
The road to reform of alimony laws has been controversial. April’s proposal will at least guarantee the present laws are looked at.
Read MoreSimpson Wentz Divorce, Try to remain friendly
Ashlee Simpson is filing for joint custody of her son, as well as primary physical custody, in her divorce from Pete Wentz.
Read MoreMediated Divorces have positive outcomes for parents and children
There is an overwhelming amount of data that shows that divorce mediation has far better outcomes for all involved than litigated divorces.
Read MoreA Lesson in "How to Screw Up Your Divorce"
Divorce litigator Diana Mercer has some good advice intended to lead couples going through the divorce process down a better-lit road.
Read MoreWomen Walk Out More Often than Men?
A recent Huffington Post article attempts to answer an age-old question about marriage: Why Women Walk Out More Than Men. The primary reason, according to columnist Vicki Larson, is that while men do the cheating, women do the leaving. She uses the current, public divorce of Sean Penn and Robin Wright, and her own divorce,…
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