Peabody Family Law Blog
3 tips for asking for a prenuptial agreement
Asking for a prenuptial agreement can be a sticky situation. Nobody wants to go into a marriage thinking that it will not last. This makes it awkward then to create a Massachusetts legal document that prepares for a divorce. However, having this type of agreement is...
What is the purpose of child support?
Child support can be a contentious matter in a divorce. Whether you pay it or receive it, the most important thing to keep in mind is why it is necessary. Money Crashers explains that child support is your financial obligation to your child when you are not the parent...
Can a marriage survive infidelity?
All marriages have their ups and downs. However, infidelity is often hard for marriages to bounce back from. Cheating behavior destroys the trust between couples, and unless both parties work toward rebuilding this trust it's likely that the union will ultimately end...
Could a false accusation of domestic violence happen in your divorce?
Facing a domestic violence charge is very upsetting when you know you have not done anything wrong. It is especially difficult if you are in the middle of a divorce. When you find yourself in this situation in Massachusetts, you not only want to prove your innocence...
Are inheritances protected from property division?
Massachusetts adults often receive a significant inheritance from their parents and naturally want to hold on to it through whatever challenges life presents. That is why when divorce looms on the horizon, people may worry about the fate of their inheritance. Whether...
Can prenuptial agreements be considered invalid?
Massachusetts couples sign prenuptial agreements in the hopes of guarding their assets in the event their marriages do not survive. Prenuptial provisions can also resolve many questions in advance of a divorce so that the divorce process is not prolonged and...
2 things to know about moving out of state and child custody
Child custody is often a contentious topic. It is one of the most difficult parts of a divorce, and if parents are never married, then it is also a difficult situation. Things can get more complicated if you or the other parent wishes to move out of the state of...
What are the types of custody arrangements?
Making custody decisions regarding your children is often the most difficult part of a divorce. After all, they are innocent bystanders in the whole process, but the impact on them is nothing minor. It is up to you and your spouse to ensure any custody arrangements...
Is there a link between child marriage and domestic violence?
You may think of marriage as something that happens between adults. It is a very grown-up decision to make to enter into this type of relationship. However, it is not uncommon for people younger than 18 years old to get married. In fact, it is not illegal in many...
Who keeps the pets in a Massachusetts divorce?
If you are contemplating a divorce, you may want to learn more about the state's equitable distribution system, in which courts consider pets as property, as outlined by the Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries. During divorce proceedings, all property and assets...
