How Long Can You Legally Be Separated?
It’s not uncommon for spouses to experience periods of difficulty throughout their marriage. Some couples may seek counseling or separate for a while as they work on their marriage. When facing a split from your spouse, there could be several reasons why you might choose not to pursue divorce. At ...
Are There Penalties For Missed Child Support Payments?
Parents that are divorced have an ongoing legal obligation to support their children. Unfortunately, many children grow up without the financial support they need when their parents fail to pay court-ordered support. Now more than ever, it’s harder for parents to skip out on making child support p...
Protecting Your Privacy During Divorce
Divorce is an emotionally taxing process, and when you add in interference and criticism from outside parties, it can become even more overwhelming. One important thing that you should not overlook is your privacy. At Simonetti & Associates, our Suffolk family lawyer would like to share some tip...
Divorce Process for Military Couples
Divorce can be challenging any way you look at it, with several confusing legal matters and emotional issues that need to be dealt with. If you are a service member or military spouse seeking a divorce, it’s essential to understand that military divorce comes with special considerations. At Simone...
Am I Eligible For Alimony?
When you get married, you and your spouse’s finances become intertwined. However, when you get divorced, you and your partner will need to work to divide your finances. Alimony is a prevalent issue of contention in many marriages and involves one spouse supporting the other to help them become fin...
How Is Child Visitation Determined?
The process of determining child visitation and custody can be a stressful and confusing time. When parents divorce, they must reach a custody agreement or leave matters up to the judge to decide. Regardless, the child’s needs and best interests are at the heart of any decision. At Simonetti &...