Divorce is never easy in Massachusetts, but it can be especially difficult when you are divorcing a narcissist. Narcissists are often charming and manipulative, which can make the divorce process very complicated. If you are considering divorcing a narcissist, it is...
Dividing qualified retirement plans in Massachusetts
If you are contemplating divorce or legal separation in Massachusetts, you may have thought about your assets, including your retirement accounts, and how the court will split them. Let's look at how the court may divide your qualified retirement plans according to...
Don’t let divorce overrun your finances
Your divorce in Massachusetts is not an excuse to pay less attention to money. A divorce brings financial shifts that alter two lives indefinitely. One thing to keep in mind is how you'll manage your personal finances. You not only want an equitable division of assets...
Tax implications of gray divorce
Gray divorce, or divorcing spouses over the age of 50, can be one of the most financially impactful moments of a person's life. The tax implications of dividing high-worth assets, especially ones that have special rules about their tax treatment and withdrawals, can...
Pros of virtual co-parenting
COVID-19 and the pandemic shutdowns made virtual communication commonplace. Now, the ease of virtual communication can lead to smoother co-parenting. Here are a few things to know about virtual co-parenting in Massachusetts and why it can be beneficial to your...
What happens to retirement assets in divorce?
When couples in Massachusetts decide to divorce, the spouses find themselves having to make a lot of hard decisions. These decisions include the division of assets, something that can create confusion and animosity during and after the divorce. Asset division issues...
Do I go to court or settle my divorce?
Ending a marriage can be one of the most painful experiences a person can encounter, especially when children are involved. Most divorcing couples want to make the process painless while reducing costs, and many work together to find common ground. However, that’s not...