Frequently Asked Questions and Other Resources
FAQs
DISCLAIMER
These answers are not meant to be comprehensive or to be interpreted as legal advice. For such advice, consult an experienced Family Law attorney.
My spouse and I are still living together; can I still file for divorce?
Yes, Massachusetts does not require that one of the spouses move from the marital home in order for a divorce to be filed.
My spouse doesn’t want to get divorced; can I still get divorced?
Yes, even if you go through the divorce process and your spouse still refuses to admit that the marriage is over, the Court will grant the divorce upon just your testimony that the marriage has irretrievably broken down.
My spouse has threatened to quit their job and not support me and/or my children. Can the Court order my spouse to work?
Yes, the Court has various remedies if a spouse refuses to meet their support obligations including incarceration, ordering job searches and adjusting the division of assets.
Divorce Resources
Rule 410 Mandatory Self Disclosure
Official Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines
Care or Custody Affidavit
Financial Short Form
Financial Long Form
Rental Property Income Form
Self-Employment Income Form
Parent Education Programs
Worksheet for Child Support
Massachusetts Trial Cases
