The recently enacted Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act of 2011 dramatically changed the way divorcing men and women must address this often pivotal, intensely disputed issue. Accordingly, it has become more important than ever to consult an experienced Boston alimony attorney if you believe "spousal support" could be awarded in your divorce — or if you suspect that current laws may entitle you to modification of what you currently pay or receive.
Led in our family law practice by widely respected trial attorney and negotiator Helen Holcomb, Cunha & Holcomb, P.C., is a premier resource for information on current alimony law and likely outcomes in your case, however complex this issue is on its own or in its impact on other matters. It is critical to understand that alimony for life — once the norm throughout the Commonwealth in cases where this form of support was awarded — will now be the exception.
In-Depth Understanding of the Many Nuances of Current Alimony Law
The Massachusetts Alimony Reform Act introduced a host of new stipulations and guidelines for judges to consider when alimony is sought by either party. While the length of the marriage remains a key consideration, various specific financial and personal circumstances can also be brought into play in negotiations and litigation.
Your case may call for consideration and interpretation of terms such as rehabilitative alimony, transitional alimony or reimbursement alimony — applicable to people who need time and training to increase their earning capacity, those who worked to support their spouses' educations and careers, and a variety of other common situations.
Does Your Case Call for a Skilled Massachusetts Spousal Support Lawyer?
Divorce representation for professionals, business owners and others is a clear strength of our boutique law firm, and we offer the utmost in personal attention and professional advocacy in matters involving alimony — sometimes, and elsewhere in the U.S., called spousal support or spousal maintenance.
Our work across the spectrum of divorce and post-divorce family law includes representation of many clients who communicate best in other languages and many who require in-depth financial analysis in order to formulate viable goals and negotiate from a position of strength. For a clear, balanced analysis of your specific situation and protection of your interests, please schedule a consultation at our offices in the heart of downtown Boston.
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