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California's 9th Circuit Has Ruled...
Hi there,The federal 9th circuit, which admittedly is one of the most liberal courts in the country, has just ruled California's ban on same sex marriage is unconstitutional.I think this pretty much...
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Divorce-related Articles on Twitter
Hi there,I'm on vacation, and since I can't stand to not work (I know, I know) I have been trying to improve my Twitter skills. I just started on Twitter in December and am thrilled at the amount of...
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Three Changes in Massachusetts Alimony Law
Hi there,If you are just starting the divorce process, or you have been divorced for years, March 1, 2012 is an important date. On that day the Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act goes into effect....
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Video Interview: Discussing Facebook and Divorce with LXBN TV
Hi there!Earlier this week I had the opportunity to discuss the subject of "Facebook and divorce" with Colin O'Keefe of LXBN TV. In our interview, I explain how frequently Facebook plays a role in...
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Pornography and Divorce
Hi there,The last couple of times that I have been asked to be interviewed on television and on the Internet, the interviewer has been interested in stories of cheating spouses. The recent interview...
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Top Three Professionals You Need in Divorce Process
Hi there,If you are thinking about divorce or have already commenced the divorce process, you should be considering what kinds of resources you will need to help you through this most difficult of...
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Top 5 Signs Your Spouse is Hiding Money
Hi there,Some folks are always honest, some folks are always cheats and some folks, when they feel threatened, can become cheats. That's a sorry truth in divorce work, because divorce is threatening....
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New Probate and Estate Law in Massachusetts
Hi there,Massachusetts, in addition to its new alimony law, has implemented a radical change in probate and estate laws. Click here for a clear explanation of these very murky changes, written by my...
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Division of Personal Property: Salad Spinners and Other Tall Tales
Hi there,Every divorce is different, but they all follow similar emotional paths through the divorce process. One psychological similarity is that every divorce has a flash point. Many, many years ago...
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Considering Military Pensions in Divorce Cases
Hi there,My talented Burns & Levinson colleague, Ron Barriere, has worked on several military divorce cases. In this week's post, Ron explains important considerations regarding pensions and...
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New Authority for Probate and Family Court Judges
Hi there,Last Friday the Appeals Court posted a new decision on its website which broadens the authority of Probate and Family Court judges. In Cesar vs. Sundering, slip opinion No. 11-P-351, the...
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Married Same-Sex Couples No Longer Need to Adopt Children Born During the...
Hi there,Not unexpectedly, the rules on same-sex marriage and parenting are in flux in Massachusetts. One of the changes has been in the area of need to adopt. My very talented partner, Robin Lynch...
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First Circuit Declares DOMA Unconstitutional
Hi there,In 2009 I first wrote about the Massachusetts challenge, brought by Martha Coakley, against DOMA. DOMA is the federal Defense of Marriage Act which prevents gay couples legally married in...
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You Do Need Life Insurance When Divorcing
Hi there,Folks who are getting a divorce need life insurance for the same reason they needed it during the marriage: to protect a stream of income. This need is the same in an intact family as in a...
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Six School Vacation Week Tips for Co-Parents
We’re all dreaming of warmer climates. Hi there, Spring vacation is almost here for many private schools and April vacation is just around the corner. Whether you’re taking the kids on vacation by...
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Start Your New Life!
“Don’t hold together what must fall apart. The familiar life crumbles so the new life can begin.” — Bryant McGill Staying hydrated is good for both marathons and divorces! Hi there, A friend recently...
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Divorce Papers Served Via Facebook
Who knew Facebook could be good for more than sharing funny cat photos? Hi there, The internet is abuzz with news that a woman successfully served her soon-to-be-ex husband divorce papers via Facebook....
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Paltrow Isn’t Divorcing, She’s “Conscious Uncoupling”
Between Apple and conscious uncoupling, I can’t decide which is more “creative.” Hi there, My clever coworker, Abigail Munafo, pointed out to me today that I have a category entitled “Celebrity Trash,”...
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Caitlyn Jenner Opens the Discussion on Transgender Issues
Hi there, Kim and Khloe practice their “red carpet” walk around the barnyard. It’s a rainy Monday, and Caitlyn Jenner is all over the place. (As an aside I have to confess to owning two goats named Kim...
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Sometimes Change is Good
Advice on adopting a horse-child will follow. Hi there, I spent the weekend celebrating my 50th wedding anniversary. I gave my husband a horse. Horses are high maintenance critters and I have come to...
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