One of the biggest challenges facing clients who are involved in a custody dispute is remembering to keep their children, the subject of the dispute, out of it. How successful or unsuccessful you are with this challenge could make or break your position with the judge in your case. 3 important things to remember:…
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We’re Lawyers of the Day, and Much More!
We believe in volunteering. The Probate and Family Courts in Middlesex and Norfolk Counties (which are located in Cambridge and Canton) have developed a Lawyer of the Day Program in partnership with the Administrative Offices of the Court and various Bar Associations. Attorneys like us are asked to volunteer our time to provide justice to…
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When to Say When
The decision “when to say when” with regards to ending your marriage is not a decision that is made after one day of thought, but rather over weeks, months and sometimes years. Moving forward with a divorce is a life altering decision. Because divorce affects almost every facet of your life it is not…
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Children and Divorce
One of the most challenging issues a parent going through a divorce has to deal with is what and how to tell their children about their divorce. The heartbreak and sadness a parent feels as a result of the breakdown of the partnership they once had with their spouse often pales in comparison to the…
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Why Divorce is Sometimes the Band-Aid that Needs to be Ripped Off
Divorce can be heartbreaking, traumatic and painful for both spouses regardless of who initiated the break-up. The length of time that it takes for a person to move on and heal from their divorce varies case by case and person to person. People often believe the overwhelming feelings of sadness and unhappiness that they experience…
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Effective Ways to Punish Your Ex
“Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” Gautama Buddha Experienced divorce attorneys know what holding onto anger looks like from the eyes of a betrayed spouse. The betrayed spend emotional energy defying, resisting, delaying and even punishing their betrayers. Despite the warnings and guidance of their attorneys, the…
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Divorce Toolbox: Motion to Dismiss
Although not a common occurrence, a Motion to Dismiss is an available tool to a pending Complaint for Contempt or Modification. If the motion is allowed the pending complaint ends by dismissal. The motion usually involves an additional hearing, a hold in litigating the underlying complaint, and additional legal fees. A Motion to Dismiss may…
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What to Expect When You’re Divorcing: Trial
Trial is the moment everyone has been waiting for…the end of the divorce. After years of planning, negotiating and conflict, this is the day that you have been preparing for since the idea of the divorce began. Trial preparation takes organization, strategy and legal fees. Depending on the extent of the open issues, trial preparation…
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What To Expect When You’re Divorcing: The Pre-Trial Conference
The Pre-Trial Conference hearing is the window to the light at the end of the tunnel. The Pre-Trial Conference can be used as the date to finalize settlement and have the Judge enter a final Judgment on your case. In the event that you do not reach a final settlement at the time of…
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Passive Aggressive Behavior in Children: Hidden Anger in Kids
Kids use passive-aggressive behavior to control parents and avoid responsibility. Here’s how to understand their behavior and respond to it effectively. Check out this great article from Empowering Parents! Source: Passive-Aggressive Child Behavior | Empowering Parents
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