Divorce and Family Law Blog
Divorce & Family Law Information, Answers, and Analysis from Experienced Massachusetts and New Hampshire Divorce & Family Law Attorneys
Who Gets the House in a Maine Divorce?
Selling or Refinancing the Family Home in a Maine Divorce Key Takeaways The family home does not automatically have to be sold. In a Maine divorce, the spouses may sell the home, or the court may award it to one spouse or allow one spouse to live there for a period of...
How Does Parental Alienation Affect Custody in Rhode Island?
Key Takeaways Parental alienation can affect custody. Rhode Island courts consider each parent's willingness and ability to foster a close and continuing relationship between the child and the other parent when determining what serves the child's best interests. The...
When Can Grandparents Seek Court-Ordered Visitation in New Hampshire?
Grandparents Visitation Rights in New Hampshire Key Takeaways Grandparents do not have an automatic right to visitation. Although grandparents often play an important role in a child's life, New Hampshire law does not guarantee visitation simply because a grandparent...
Contempt and Enforcement in Connecticut Divorce and Family Law Cases
How to Enforce a Connecticut Family Court Order Key Takeaways Court orders carry legal obligations. Once a Connecticut family court enters an order concerning child support, alimony, custody, parenting time, property, or another issue, the parties must follow it...
Understanding the Differences Between Guardianship, Custody, and Adoption in Massachusetts
Key Takeaways Guardianship, custody, and adoption serve different legal purposes. Although all three involve caring for a child, they create very different legal relationships. Understanding those differences is essential before deciding which legal option is...
What Happens to Premarital Property in a New Hampshire Divorce?
Key Takeaways Premarital property is not automatically protected. Many people assume that anything they owned before the marriage automatically remains theirs after a divorce. In New Hampshire, however, RSA 458:16-a gives the court authority to equitably divide...
Who Pays for College After Divorce in Massachusetts?
College Contribution in Divorce in Massachusetts Key Takeaways Massachusetts Courts May Order Parents to Contribute to College Expenses. Under G.L. c. 208, § 28, the Probate and Family Court may require one or both parents to help pay a child's college expenses....
Should You Separate Before Divorce in New Hampshire?
Key Takeaways New Hampshire Does Not Require Separation Before Divorce. Unlike some states, New Hampshire law does not require spouses to live separately before filing for divorce. The law does not require any specific separation period. Many couples file while they...
How Long Does a Divorce Take in Massachusetts?
Key Takeaways Every Divorce Is Different – There is no single timeline for a Massachusetts divorce. Some uncontested divorces conclude in a matter of months, while highly contested cases may take a year or more. Uncontested Divorces Usually Move Faster – When spouses...
What is Supervised Visitation in New Hampshire?
Key Takeaways Supervised Visitation Prioritizes Child Safety. In New Hampshire, supervised visitation allows a child to maintain a relationship with a parent. A responsible adult or professional is present during parenting time to help protect the child's safety and...