Child Custody

Child Custody: Can I move my minor children to another state or country after my divorce? Divorce brings significant change to families, both emotional and physical, especially when children and child custody issues are involved.  Sometimes circumstances warrant one parent wanting or needing to move to another state and wishing to take the children with … Read more

New domestic violence legislation

On August 8, 2014, Massachusetts adopted new legislation relating to domestic violence, inspired in part by the murder of Jennifer Martel by her boyfriend, Jared Remy.  These laws have far-reaching implications in areas of criminal, employment, and domestic relations law. The provisions of the new laws include: –        employment leave for victims of domestic violence … Read more

Removal of Children from Massachusetts After a Divorce

An issue that often arises following a divorce of parents who share joint legal custody of their children is if the primary, physical custodian may be permitted to move outside Massachusetts with the children. If the children are over 16 and want to accompany the custodial parent, then they will generally be allowed to do Read more

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