Family Law Bits

MA Alimony Changes Pending

 

2011 may bring about a radical change in the alimony laws in Massachusetts. In MA, short-term marriages can result in lifetime alimony obligations, and legislation is pending to change that to a definitive time frame. This video reviews the pending legislation. Michael J. Grilli, Esq. 413.781.0560, [email protected]

© 2011, Bacon Wilson, P.C. This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.

Alimony or spousal support - what factors come into play?

   

 

Many factors come into play when a court considers spousal support, including need, ability to pay, and children. Every case is different but this video will help you understand the variables. Michael J. Grilli, Esq, 413.781.0560, [email protected]

© 2011, Bacon Wilson, P.C. This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.

Grandparents' rights - What can you do if you can't see your own grandchild?

 

 

Massachusetts case law is very clear about the choices parents make with respect to grandparents' relationships with their grandchildren. This video may help you understand what your rights are as a grandparent. MIchael J. Grilli, Esq. 413.781.0560, [email protected]

© 2011, Bacon Wilson, P.C. This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.

Adding your kids on your home ownership can be devastating in a divorce

 

 

Adding your kids on your home ownership as an estate planning tactic is common, yet dangerous. This video explains why you should be very wary of doing this. Michael J. Grilli, Esq, 413.781.0560, [email protected]

© 2011, Bacon Wilson, P.C. This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.

Divorce when one party is self employed

 

Evaluating assets within a divorce may get a little tricky when one or both party is self employed. This video discusses evaluating a business as a stream of income and as martial asset, in addition to fringe benefits that shouldn't be forgotten. Michael J. Grilli, Esq, [email protected], 413.781.0560

This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.

Prenuptial Agreements: What you stand to gain or lose

Attorney Melissa R. Gillis discusses the advantages of prenutial agreements, why you need a lawyer, and what you risk by not entering into a marriage with this contract. [email protected], 413.781.0560. 

This video has been prepared by Bacon Wilson, P.C. for informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Viewers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Do not send us information until you speak with one of our lawyers and get authorization to send that information to us.