Divorce process does not have to be a painful one

People who are going through a divorce in Massachusetts may understandably feel as though they are walking through a minefield. Sadly, the emotional explosions that often take place during the divorce process can leave scars that linger long term. Some tips, though, may help divorcing individuals to keep the marital breakup process...

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Getting divorced from your business partner

Every divorce comes with its own unique challenges. In your case, your problem may be determining what to do if your soon-to-be ex-spouse also happens to be your business partner. For instance, how do you restructure your company in Massachusetts, and how do you go about the business buyout and/or valuation process? Here is a...

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401(k) division can be tricky during the divorce process

Keeping one's retirement assets intact is critical for creating the most financially stable future possible. This is why the division of retirement assets can be so unsettling for those going through the divorce process in Massachusetts and elsewhere. A particular aspect of the division of retirement benefits that can especially cause confusion is...

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QDRO an important part of divorce process

During the dissolution of a marriage in Massachusetts, assets are typically divided. However, the division process does not happen automatically with retirement plans. This is why a qualified domestic relations order, or a QDRO, is an important part of the divorce process when retirement funds are involved.

QDROs are court orders used for dividing...

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